Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Jamaica, United States, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 24°C (76°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (89°F), while lows may dip to 17°C (63°F). Typically, the humidity level in Jamaica throughout August hovers around 65%.
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In August, Jamaica averages 124 mm (4.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 42 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 7 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 29% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Jamaica reaches a maximum of 9, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 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 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||