August weather forecast
Arcot, India

August, like July, is a hot rainy (monsoon) season month in Arcot, India, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.4°C (93.9°F) and min 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

Upon the onset of August, Arcot witnesses an average high-temperature of a tropical 34.4°C (93.9°F), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. Throughout the month of August, Arcot expects an average low of 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is evaluated at a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Stay on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Ongoing effort can cause heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Arcot, India, is 61%.

Rainfall

In Arcot, during August, the rain falls for 22.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 76mm (2.99") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Arcot, there are 164.7 rainfall days, and 600mm (23.62") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Arcot, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of August, in Arcot, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 6:24 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Arcot, the average sunshine in August is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.