August weather forecastBansihari, India

Weather in August

August, the same as July, in Bansihari, India, is another hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.1°C (80.8°F) and max 33.4°C (92.1°F).

Temperature

The shift into August records an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.4°C (92.1°F), subtly varied from July's 33.3°C (91.9°F). In August, the temperature in Bansihari drops to an average of 27.1°C (80.8°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index value during August is calculated to be a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Beware: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are very likely. Heatstroke is imminent with prolonged activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. 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. 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 extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Bansihari is 77%.

Rainfall

In Bansihari, in August, it is raining for 24.8 days, with typically 147mm (5.79") of accumulated precipitation. In Bansihari, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.3 days and collects up to 906mm (35.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Bansihari is 13h and 1min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 6:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 5:56 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Bansihari, the average sunshine in August is 8.8h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.