August weather forecastBaghra, India

Weather in August

August, like July, is another hot rainy (monsoon) season month in Baghra, India, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.9°C (93°F) and an average low of 25.6°C (78.1°F).

Temperature

The commencement of August records an average high-temperature of a tropical 33.9°C (93°F), barely varying from July's 36.3°C (97.3°F). During August, Baghra's temperature averages to a warm 25.6°C (78.1°F) at night.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is appraised at a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 74%, August is the most humid month.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.6 days and accumulates 123mm (4.84") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Baghra is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 6:43 pm IST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.8h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.