August weather forecast
Panagarh, India

August, the same as July, in Panagarh, India, is another hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.5°C (79.7°F) and max 32.9°C (91.2°F).

Temperature

Panagarh commences August with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.9°C (91.2°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Panagarh reports a consistent average low-temperature of 26.5°C (79.7°F) throughout August nights.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In Panagarh, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 26.8 days. Throughout August, 192mm (7.56") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.7 rainfall days, and 856mm (33.7") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 6:22 pm. On the last day of August, in Panagarh, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 5:58 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.3h.

UV index

In Panagarh, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.