August weather forecastColonelganj, India

Weather in August

August, like July, is another hot rainy (monsoon) season month in Colonelganj, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.8°C (80.2°F) and 34.3°C (93.7°F).

Temperature

The shift into August uncovers an average high-temperature of a tropical 34.3°C (93.7°F), subtly different from the previous month. Throughout the nights in August, Colonelganj experiences an average low-temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is computed to be a burning hot 49°C (120.2°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

August is the most humid month in Colonelganj, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In August, in Colonelganj, the rain falls for 22.1 days. Throughout August, 176mm (6.93") of precipitation is accumulated. In Colonelganj, India, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.9 days and collects up to 655mm (25.79") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Colonelganj, India, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 6:24 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Colonelganj, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in August leads to these guidelines:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.