August could be a good time to visit Antigua, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +82°F, and there are typically 1 sunny days in August. However, expect about 24 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 88 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+75°F
Min.
+88°F
Max.
88 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
24 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Antigua has OK weather in August.
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Average temperature in Antigua in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Antigua for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in August is +84°F with a maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +79°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +84°F to +84°F.
Is Antigua warm or cold in August?
Antigua is typically warm in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +81°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +79°F to +79°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
August is one of the warmest months in Antigua, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Antigua in August
Water in Antigua in August is Very warm. It varies from +82°F to +87°F, with an average of +84°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +82°F.
The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Antigua are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +85°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +79°F.
Can you swim in Antigua in August?
You can definitely swim in Antigua in August, the water is very warm (+84°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
Climate in Antigua in August
Antigua weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+81°F
+82°F
+82°F
Min. temperature
+75°F
+75°F
+73°F
Max. temperature
+88°F
+88°F
+91°F
Rainfall
68 mm
88 mm
116 mm
Wind
6 m/s
5 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+83°F
+84°F
+85°F
Humidity
77%
77%
78%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1014 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
1
1
1
Cloudy days
4
3
4
Rainy days
24
24
21
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as ok as in July.It’s getting warmer as August arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +81°F to +82°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 68 mm to 88 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 77%.Winds are calmer in comparison to July, going down from 6 m/s to 5 m/s on average.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.
September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Antigua in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Antigua is gradually increasing during August, going from 1 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Antigua based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in August is about 148 mm, with a 74% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 44 mm, which is moderate rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 23 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Antigua wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 71% chance of precipitation and 123 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 66% chance of precipitation and 23 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Antigua?
This is the weather in Antigua in August 2023:
1 August
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+84°F
2 August
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+83°F
3 August
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+83°F
4 August
🌧️
+83°F
5 August
☀️
+83°F
6 August
🌧️
+84°F
7 August
🌧️
+83°F
8 August
🌧️
+83°F
9 August
🌧️
+83°F
10 August
☁️
+85°F
11 August
☁️
+84°F
12 August
🌧️
+83°F
13 August
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+84°F
14 August
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+84°F
15 August
☁️
+84°F
16 August
🌧️
+83°F
17 August
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+83°F
18 August
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+84°F
19 August
🌧️
+84°F
20 August
🌧️
+82°F
21 August
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+83°F
22 August
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+84°F
23 August
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+85°F
24 August
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+84°F
25 August
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+84°F
26 August
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+84°F
27 August
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+85°F
28 August
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+84°F
29 August
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+85°F
30 August
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+84°F
31 August
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+84°F
In August 2023 Antigua had 10 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 12 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +84°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +82°F. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 93% and a minimum of 76%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in August?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Antigua climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Antigua in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+78°F) and the highest in 2019 (+84°F). The driest year was 1994 with only 425 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 1243 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Antigua in August:
Is August a good time to visit Antigua?
It’s always a good time to visit Antigua, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Antigua in August?
August is warm in Antigua. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Antigua in August?
Yes, you can swim in Antigua in August, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +84°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is Antigua rainy in August?
Antigua is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Antigua in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Antigua in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Antigua, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
