August weather forecastAdyar, India
August
Weather in August
August, the same as July, in Adyar, India, is a hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature varying between 27.5°C (81.5°F) and 33.5°C (92.3°F).Temperature
August's onset sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Adyar experiences a steady low-temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F) throughout August.Heat index
The heat index in August is evaluated at a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 65%.Rainfall
In Adyar, in August, it is raining for 24.3 days, with typically 105mm (4.13") of accumulated precipitation. In Adyar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.2 days and collects up to 825mm (32.48") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Adyar is 12h and 33min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of August, in Adyar, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 6:20 pm IST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.4h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Adyar, India
- Average high temperature in August: 33.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (36.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.9°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 27.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°C).
Average pressure in August
Adyar, India
- Average pressure in August: 1005.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1004.2mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Adyar, India
- Average wind speed in August: 14.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (17.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11.6km/h).
Average humidity in August
Adyar, India
- Average humidity in August: 65%
The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (58%).
Average rainfall in August
Adyar, India
- Average rainfall in August: 105mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (191mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Adyar, India
- Average rainfall days in August: 24.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Adyar, India
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Adyar, India
- Average sunshine days in August: 5.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (3.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Adyar, India
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Adyar, India
- Average cloud cover in August: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in August
Adyar, India
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
