Fort-de-France weather in August (Fort-de-France, Martinique)

Curious about the August weather in Fort-de-France? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In August, Fort-de-France generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 26°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Fort-de-France in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 127 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 22 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 256 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Fort-de-France. January, February, March, April, May, June and December typically offer the best circumstances. While August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Fort-de-France climate page with graphs.

 

Fort-de-France, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 72%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 127 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
HumidityHumidity 85% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 256 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Martinique, Martinique (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Where to go in Martinique in August

Find out more about the weather in Martinique in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Fort-de-France in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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