Newcastle weather in August (Jamaica)

Curious about the August weather in Newcastle? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Newcastle generally has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 31°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 25°C. Often, it stands out as the year's warmest month. With this in mind, cool breathable fabrics will make navigating the heat much more bearable. Always be ready to embrace the warmth while staying cool and protected.

Newcastle in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 97 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 13 days.

The city usually sees around 263 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures January, February, March, April and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While September tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Newcastle, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Water Temperature 29°C *  

Chance of Rain 44%  

Precipitation 97 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Windspeed 11 km/h *  

Sunshine 263 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Kingston, Jamaica (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in Jamaica in August

Find out more about the weather in Jamaica 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 Newcastle 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 29°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

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Newcastle.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Jamaica? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Jamaica. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.