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 Rockley sees daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and lows of 26°C (79°F) at night. With around 153 mm (6 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February, March, April, May and December typically offer the best weather for Rockley.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Rockley 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 Rockley spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 20 years of weather records for Rockley, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2026.
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 temperatures in August make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! With water temperatures around 28°C (82°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. 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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