August weather forecast
Cayo Santa María, Cuba

August's weather pattern in Cayo Santa María mirrors that of July with maximum temperature and rainfall maintaining their highs. The flow of sea breeze brings about a sense of tropical harmonization in the midst of summer. While the daytime temperature remains hot, the inland provides a fresh and exhilarating environment. The remarkable consistency of August’s weather further enhances Cayo Santa María's appeal as a premium tropical location. As summer begins to fade, the move towards September brings a small increase in terms of rainfall.

Temperature

Cayo Santa María witnesses its peak temperatures during June through September, when the average high-temperature reaches 32°C (89.6°F).

Rainfall

In Cayo Santa María, during August, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 133mm (5.24") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 125 rainfall days, and 1280mm (50.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

June through October, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Cayo Santa María.
Note: Water temperature ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is considered very warm and pleasing for everyone. It allows for enjoyable water activities over extended periods without discomfort.

Daylight

In Cayo Santa María, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 53min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 19:33 CDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are March through May, July and August, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 12 during August morphs into the following directions:
Employ all crucial safeguards, unprotected skin could burn rapidly. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. A broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ should be liberally applied and re-applied every two hours, and immediately after an outdoor workout or a swim. Notice! The reflection of water and sand increases the UV radiation significantly.