August weather forecastArakkonam, India

Weather in August

August, the same as July, in Arakkonam, India, is a hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature varying between 26.2°C (79.2°F) and 34.8°C (94.6°F).

Temperature

Arakkonam experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a hot 34.8°C (94.6°F) with the onset of August, maintaining near parity with July's 35.7°C (96.3°F). In Arakkonam, an average temperature of 26.2°C (79.2°F) is noted during August nights.

Heat index

August's average heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 44°C (111.2°F). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible. Heatstroke is a serious risk with continued exertion.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Arakkonam is 60%.

Rainfall

In Arakkonam, India, during August, the rain falls for 23.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 84mm (3.31") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Arakkonam, India, there are 166.5 rainfall days, and 620mm (24.41") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Arakkonam is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of August in Arakkonam, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 6:23 pm IST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Arakkonam, India, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in August leads to these guidelines:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.