August weather forecast
Damnagar, India

August, the same as July, in Damnagar, India, is a hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.4°C (86.7°F) and 25°C (77°F).

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Damnagar's average high-temperature is noted with the start of August, touching a still hot 30.4°C (86.7°F) from July's 31.6°C (88.9°F). An average low-temperature of 25°C (77°F) marks the nights in Damnagar throughout August.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is evaluated at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

August is the most humid month in Damnagar, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Damnagar, in August, during 17.8 rainfall days, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Damnagar, India, there are 76 rainfall days, and 264mm (10.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Damnagar, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:01 pm IST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January, July, August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.