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”.
With daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows of 26°C (79°F), August in The Crane brings high temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 152 mm (6 in) falls on average.
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 The Crane.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in The Crane 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 The Crane spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Our historical data for The Crane spans 2006 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.
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 but pleasant conditions in The Crane in August. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. 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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