August weather forecast
Grande Riviere, Saint Lucia

August in Grande Riviere is at the height of the summer season with temperatures ticking up to 29.8°C (85.6°F) from 26.9°C (80.4°F). It's the warmest month the city witnesses, making it imperative for residents and tourists to stay hydrated and protected against the sunrays. Along with high temperatures, August also brings a generous amount of rainfall, providing relief from the relentless heat. Despite the climatic conditions, it's an excellent time for rainbow spotting due to sunlight interacting with rain droplets. It suggests carrying weather-friendly attire considering the humidity and erratic rainfall during this month.

Temperature

The transition from July to August brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), barely different from July's 29.4°C (84.9°F). Nighttime temperature in Grande Riviere sees a small decrement from daytime highs, dipping to an average of 26.9°C (80.4°F) during August.

Heat index

The heat index for August is calculated to be a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

May through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 25.9 days and typically aggregates up to 82mm (3.23") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Grande Riviere, Saint Lucia, is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of August in Grande Riviere, Saint Lucia, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:15 AST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following advice:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.