If you plan to visit Port-au-Prince in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +91°F during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 27 rainy days in the month and around 185 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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August is usually the hottest month of the year in Port-au-Prince;
Average weather
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+91°F
Avg. max. temperature
+75°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
185 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
27 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Port-au-Prince has OK weather in August.
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Average temperature in Port-au-Prince in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Port-au-Prince for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +97°F during the day to a minimum of +79°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +93°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 10% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +93°F to +95°F.
Is Port-au-Prince warm or cold in August?
Port-au-Prince is typically hot in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +91°F to +91°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +79°F to +79°F.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
August is the hottest month in Port-au-Prince, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Port-au-Prince in August
Port-au-Prince weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+91°F
+91°F
+90°F
Min. temperature
+75°F
+75°F
+73°F
Max. temperature
+99°F
+97°F
+97°F
Rainfall
125 mm
185 mm
210 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
76%
77%
81%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1015 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
1
1
0
Cloudy days
4
3
1
Rainy days
26
27
27
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as ok as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +91°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 125 mm to 185 mm.Humidity rises from 76% to 77%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 1 m/s.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 Port-au-Prince 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 Port-au-Prince is gradually decreasing during August, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Port-au-Prince based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 94% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 277 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 71 mm, which is considered heavy rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 29 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:
Port-au-Prince wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 94% chance of precipitation and 235 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 55% chance of precipitation and 24 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Port-au-Prince?
This is the weather in Port-au-Prince in August 2024:
1 August
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+93°F
2 August
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+95°F
3 August
🌧️
+93°F
4 August
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+91°F
5 August
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+95°F
6 August
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+94°F
7 August
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+96°F
8 August
☀️
+94°F
9 August
☁️
+92°F
10 August
☁️
+94°F
11 August
☁️
+94°F
12 August
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+94°F
13 August
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+93°F
14 August
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+94°F
15 August
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+96°F
16 August
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+96°F
17 August
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+91°F
18 August
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+95°F
19 August
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+94°F
20 August
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+96°F
21 August
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+95°F
22 August
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+89°F
23 August
🌧️
+83°F
24 August
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+92°F
25 August
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+92°F
26 August
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+90°F
27 August
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+91°F
28 August
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+94°F
29 August
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+96°F
30 August
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+94°F
31 August
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+95°F
In August 2024 Port-au-Prince had 16 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +93°F, with an absolute maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +82°F. The average humidity was 72%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 34%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Port-au-Prince climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Port-au-Prince in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+86°F) and the highest in 2023 (+91°F). The driest year was 1997 with only 1184 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1979 with 2130 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Port-au-Prince in August:
Is August a good time to visit Port-au-Prince?
It’s always a good time to visit Port-au-Prince, 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 Port-au-Prince in August?
Absolutely, August is hot in Port-au-Prince. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Port-au-Prince rainy in August?
Port-au-Prince 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 Port-au-Prince in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Port-au-Prince 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 Port-au-Prince, 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.
