August weather forecastAvadi, India

Weather in August

August, the same as July, in Avadi, India, is another hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.5°C (81.5°F) and max 33.5°C (92.3°F).

Temperature

The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.5°C (92.3°F), nearly identical to July's 34.6°C (94.3°F). During the month of August, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Caution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Sustained activity could lead to heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids frequently ignore the importance of taking a break and rehydrating. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during long-lasting physical activities.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Avadi, the average relative humidity in August is 65%.

Rainfall

In Avadi, in August, it is raining for 19.1 days, with typically 77mm (3.03") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.8 rainfall days, and 735mm (28.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Avadi, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of August, in Avadi, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 6:21 pm IST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Avadi is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.