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

Will it be warm or cold in Fort-de-France this August? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The typical weather for August in Fort-de-France includes high temperatures and high rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 30°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 26°C. With these average temperatures, expect occasional spikes in warmth. Wear light fabrics and stay cool by hydrating regularly.

Precipitation

Fort-de-France in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 127 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 22 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 256 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

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 Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Water Temperature 28°C *  

Chance of Rain 72%  

Precipitation 127 mm  

Rainy days 22 days  

Humidity 85% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 256 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Martinique, Martinique (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Where to go in Martinique in August

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

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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