Saint Helena

Saint Helena Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Saint Helena in August.

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Jamestown

Planning a getaway to Saint Helena this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Saint Helena in August

August in Saint Helena generally has pleasant temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) in Jamestown .

To explore the conditions in Saint Helena in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

August is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 14 mm (0.6 in) in Jamestown .

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Best Places to Visit in Saint Helena in August

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Saint Helena

What is the weather like in August for the most popular destinonation in Saint Helena?

Jamestown

In August Jamestown generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
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20°C (68°F)
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Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
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In our records: Saint Helena August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Saint Helena in our climate database (1987 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest August daytime high in Saint Helena was 15°C (59°F) in Jamestown on August 20, 2013.

Saint Helena weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Saint Helena in August?

Expect perfect weather across Saint Helena in August. The popular destination of Jamestown averages 21°C (70°F) by day and 19°C (66°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Saint Helena in August?

Jamestown averages a daytime maximum of 21°C (70°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 19°C (66°F).

Does Saint Helena get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Saint Helena. Jamestown averages only about 14 mm (0.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Saint Helena?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Saint Helena with overall perfect weather in Jamestown . It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, provide perfect weather in Jamestown .

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