August weather forecastBanga, India

Weather in August

August, the same as July, is another sweltering rainy (monsoon) season month in Banga, India, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°C (78.6°F) and 35.4°C (95.7°F).

Temperature

In Banga, entering August brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from July's torrid 38.7°C (101.7°F) to a still fiery hot 35.4°C (95.7°F). In August, Banga records an average nighttime temperature of 25.9°C (78.6°F).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is appraised at a burning hot 50°C (122°F). Guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are foreseeable. Prolonged effort may bring about heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 67%, August is the most humid month in Banga.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 21.9 days and typically aggregates up to 118mm (4.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 6:50 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Banga, the average sunshine in August is 11h.

UV index

In Banga, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following advice:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. 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. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.