August weather forecast
Dharapuram, India

August, like July, is another tropical rainy (monsoon) season month in Dharapuram, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.3°C (75.7°F) and 33.1°C (91.6°F).

Temperature

The arrival of August denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a still tropical 33.1°C (91.6°F) from July's 33°C (91.4°F). An average nighttime temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F) is noted in Dharapuram during the month of August.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly important for children. 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.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

In Dharapuram, the average relative humidity in August is 61%.

Rainfall

In Dharapuram, in August, during 14.8 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dharapuram, there are 161 rainfall days, and 673mm (26.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 6:30 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Dharapuram, the average sunshine in August is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Dharapuram is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.