Barbados, the Gem of the Caribbean
This small island is home to friendly locals, fantastic restaurants, beautiful landscapes, and impressive marine life. Barbados is frequently described as the “Gem of the Caribbean”.
August in Porters brings high temperatures, with highs of 29°C (84°F) and nights dropping to 26°C (79°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 151 mm (5.9 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, April, May, June and December typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Porters typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 26°C (79°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Porters spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Porters between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during August.
Find out more about the weather in Barbados and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Barbados in August →
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).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Expect water temperatures of around 28°C (82°F), which is ideal for taking a refreshing dip. Bring swimwear and consider packing a towel for drying off. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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