August weather forecastChitarpur, India

Weather in August

August, the same as July, in Chitarpur, India, is a hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25°C (77°F) and an average high of 31.4°C (88.5°F).

Temperature

The shift into August records an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.4°C (88.5°F), subtly varied from July's 32.2°C (90°F). Nighttime temperature in Chitarpur dips to a mean of 25°C (77°F) during August.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is calculated to be a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Chitarpur, in August, during 27.3 rainfall days, 231mm (9.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.7 rainfall days, and 915mm (36.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 6:06 pm IST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Chitarpur is 7.9h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.