August weather forecastAttur, India

Weather in August

August, the same as July, in Attur, India, is another tropical rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.8°C (74.8°F) and 32.5°C (90.5°F).

Temperature

The advent of August observes an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.5°C (90.5°F), nearly identical to July's 33.3°C (91.9°F). Attur records an average temperature drop to a moderately hot 23.8°C (74.8°F) in August.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is evaluated at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In Attur, India, the average relative humidity in August is 67%.

Rainfall

In Attur, in August, during 19 rainfall days, 78mm (3.07") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 179.5 rainfall days, and 803mm (31.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Attur, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 6:26 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Attur, India, is 8.7h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Attur is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.