August weather forecastBodhan, India

Weather in August

August, the same as July, is another warm rainy (monsoon) season month in Bodhan, India, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.3°C (84.7°F) and min 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Temperature

The transition from July to August brings an average high-temperature of a warm 29.3°C (84.7°F), barely different from July's 30.2°C (86.4°F). Throughout the month of August, Bodhan witnesses an average low-temperature of 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is estimated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, August is the most humid month in Bodhan.

Rainfall

In Bodhan, in August, it is raining for 25.9 days, with typically 212mm (8.35") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.3 rainfall days, and 780mm (30.71") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 45min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 6:33 pm IST.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year in Bodhan, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, July, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.