August weather forecastChatakonda, India

Weather in August

August, the same as July, in Chatakonda, India, is another hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.1°C (75.4°F) and max 31.2°C (88.2°F).

Temperature

As Chatakonda steps into August, the average high-temperature is measured at a still hot 31.2°C (88.2°F), displaying minor differences from July's 31.6°C (88.9°F). Chatakonda's temperature in August lowers to a consistent average of 24.1°C (75.4°F) during the nights.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. 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 vital to babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 25.4 days and accumulates 255mm (10.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 6:22 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Chatakonda is 7.9h.

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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.