August weather forecastDhankot, India
August
Weather in August
August, like July, in Dhankot, India, is another torrid rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature varying between 35.5°C (95.9°F) and 28.3°C (82.9°F).Temperature
In Dhankot, August's average high-temperature stands at a still sweltering 35.5°C (95.9°F), closely related to the preceding month. Throughout the month of August, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 28.3°C (82.9°F).Heat index
In August, the heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Eyes open: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Prolonged exertion could lead to heatstroke.Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. 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 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 highly critical for babies and toddlers. 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.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.
Humidity
August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 61%.Rainfall
In Dhankot, in August, it is raining for 21.1 days, with typically 109mm (4.29") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 85.6 rainfall days, and 395mm (15.55") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 8min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 6:44 pm IST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.4h.UV index
In Dhankot, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 7 in August translates into these instructions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Dhankot, India
- Average high temperature in August: 35.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (42.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 28.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (32°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°C).
Average pressure in August
Dhankot, India
- Average pressure in August: 999.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (996.7mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Dhankot, India
- Average wind speed in August: 9.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.8km/h).
Average humidity in August
Dhankot, India
- Average humidity in August: 61%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (61%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (18%).
Average rainfall in August
Dhankot, India
- Average rainfall in August: 109mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (115mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (3mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Dhankot, India
- Average rainfall days in August: 21.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.2 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dhankot, India
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Dhankot, India
- Average sunshine days in August: 7.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (29.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Dhankot, India
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are April, May and June (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Dhankot, India
- Average cloud cover in August: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in August
Dhankot, India
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
