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Portsmouth weather in August (Dominica)

How is the weather in Portsmouth in August? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In August, Portsmouth generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 29°C. But by evening, they drop to around 26°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Portsmouth in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 117 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 20 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 240 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 Portsmouth. January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December typically offer the best circumstances. While August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Portsmouth, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 67%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 117 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
SunshineSunshine 240 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Douglas-Charles Airport, Dominica (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in Dominica in August

Find out more about the weather in Dominica 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 Portsmouth 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.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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