August weather forecast
Poutasi, Samoa

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Weather in August

August in Poutasi, Samoa, stands out somewhat from July, as it scales down wind speed and rainfall. Despite being in the heart of the Pacific's typhoon alley, Augusr reigns in the winds significantly and they restrict average wind speeds to 24.2km/h (15mph). A sunny getaway still holds due to the constant daylight duration, and outdoor activities remain typically possible. The slight drop in temperature and humidity, capped with nearly unchanged rainfall, leads the way into September's weather.

Temperature

The onset of August in Poutasi brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.4°C (81.3°F), nearly matching the July temperature. Poutasi sees a gentle drop from the daily peak temperature in August, with an average low settling at a still warm 26°C (78.8°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is estimated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). With ongoing exposure and activity, one might experience weariness, and heat cramps could ensue.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

June through September, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Poutasi, in August, it is raining for 21.4 days, with typically 84mm (3.31") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 246.7 rainfall days, and 1451mm (57.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Poutasi, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:22 +13.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 7.4h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during August morphs into the following directions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?

In Poutasi, 27.4°C (81.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 26°C (78.8°F) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are June through September, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Poutasi, in August, it is raining for 21.4 days, with typically 84mm (3.31") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Poutasi, the average day length in August is 11h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Poutasi?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:22 +13.

How many hours of sunshine does Poutasi have in August?

In Poutasi, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Poutasi, Samoa

Average temperature in August - Poutasi, Samoa
  • Average high temperature in August: 27.4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 26°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (27.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (26°C).

Average pressure in August
Poutasi, Samoa

Average pressure in August - Poutasi, Samoa
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1007.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Poutasi, Samoa

Average wind speed in August - Poutasi, Samoa
  • Average wind speed in August: 24.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (24.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (14.8km/h).

Average humidity in August
Poutasi, Samoa

Average humidity in August - Poutasi, Samoa
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Poutasi, Samoa

Average rainfall in August - Poutasi, Samoa
  • Average rainfall in August: 84mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (175mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (57mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Poutasi, Samoa

Average rainfall days in August - Poutasi, Samoa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 21.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (18.7 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Poutasi, Samoa

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Poutasi, Samoa
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Poutasi, Samoa

Average sunshine days in August - Poutasi, Samoa
  • Average sunshine days in August: 3.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (10.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (2.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Poutasi, Samoa

Average UV index in August - Poutasi, Samoa
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in August
Poutasi, Samoa

Average cloud cover in August - Poutasi, Samoa
  • Average cloud cover in August: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in August
Poutasi, Samoa

Average visibility in August - Poutasi, Samoa
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Poutasi, Samoa

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