August weather forecast
Yankee Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

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Weather in August

August delivers a hot and wet climate similar to its preceding months but with a slightly higher rainfall frequency and amount. Wind gusts are seen to reach up to 37.8km/h (23.5mph) in August while maintaining a constant common weather pattern for the region. With the sunlight making its presence felt through ample sunshine hours, beachgoers fill in to bask under the sun. The average monthly temperature peaks, marking August as one of the hottest months of the year. Given the high humidity, it is advisable to carry appropriate clothing and hydration essentials.

Temperature

August and September, when the average high-temperature in Yankee Town reaches 28.8°C (83.8°F), are the warmest months.

Heat index

The heat index for August is evaluated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Yankee Town is 79%.

Rainfall

In Yankee Town, in August, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 48mm (1.89") of accumulated precipitation. In Yankee Town, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.8 days and collects up to 460mm (18.11") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Yankee Town, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 19:29. On the last day of August, in Yankee Town, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:06 EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.9h.

UV index

January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Yankee Town. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in Yankee Town?

August and September are identified as the warmest months, with an average high-temperature of 28.8°C (83.8°F).

Is it hot in Yankee Town during August?

In Yankee Town, 28.8°C (83.8°F) is the average high-temperature and 27.8°C (82°F) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Yankee Town?

The average relative humidity in August in Yankee Town, Turks and Caicos Islands, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in Yankee Town?

In Yankee Town, in August, during 13.9 rainfall days, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in August in Yankee Town?

In August, the average day length in Yankee Town, Turks and Caicos Islands, is 12h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Yankee Town?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 19:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:06 EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Yankee Town have in August?

In Yankee Town, the average sunshine duration in August is 8.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Yankee Town?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Yankee Town?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Yankee Town, Turks and Caicos Islands, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
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Average temperature in August - Yankee Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average high temperature in August: 28.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (25°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 27.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (23.8°C).

Average pressure in August
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Average pressure in August - Yankee Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average pressure in August: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
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Average wind speed in August - Yankee Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average wind speed in August: 26.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (28km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (21.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
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Average humidity in August - Yankee Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in August
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Average rainfall in August - Yankee Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average rainfall in August: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (69mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (16mm).

Average rainfall days in August
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Average rainfall days in August - Yankee Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (11.1 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
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Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Yankee Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
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Average sunshine days in August - Yankee Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.5 days).

Average UV index in August
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Average UV index in August - Yankee Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and March (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
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Average cloud cover in August - Yankee Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average cloud cover in August: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in August
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Average visibility in August - Yankee Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • 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).

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