August weather forecastChandrakona, India

Weather in August

August, like July, is another hot rainy (monsoon) season month in Chandrakona, India, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.8°C (91°F) and min 26.7°C (80.1°F).

Temperature

The arrival of August is marked by an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.8°C (91°F), bearing a close resemblance to July. In Chandrakona, the average temperature during the nights of August drops to a moderately hot 26.7°C (80.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Stay wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Heatstroke can ensue from extended effort.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Chandrakona is August, when the rain falls for 28.2 days and typically aggregates up to 194mm (7.64") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Chandrakona, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 54min.
On the first day of August in Chandrakona, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 5:58 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Chandrakona, the average sunshine in August is 8.4h.

UV index

In Chandrakona, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.