Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Kingston, Jamaica, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (82°F). Highs can soar to 31°C (89°F), while lows may dip to 24°C (76°F). Typically, the humidity level in Kingston throughout August hovers around 78%.
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In August, Kingston averages 98 mm (3.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 16 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 41 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 1 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 43% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Kingston reaches a maximum of 13, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||