August weather forecastDhenkanal, India
August
Weather in August
August, the same as July, in Dhenkanal, India, is another hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.3°C (79.3°F) and max 32.5°C (90.5°F).Temperature
Dhenkanal greets August with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.5°C (90.5°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F) is expected in Dhenkanal during August.Heat index
August's heat index is estimated at a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Stay wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Heatstroke can ensue from extended effort.From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for 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.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 26.3 days and typically aggregates up to 205mm (8.07") of precipitation.Daylight
In Dhenkanal, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 49min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 6:04 pm IST.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 8.3h.UV index
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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 7 in August translates into these instructions:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Dhenkanal, India
- Average high temperature in August: 32.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (40.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.6°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 26.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (28.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.6°C).
Average pressure in August
Dhenkanal, India
- Average pressure in August: 1001.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (999.7mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Dhenkanal, India
- Average wind speed in August: 10.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (15.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.6km/h).
Average humidity in August
Dhenkanal, India
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (55%).
Average rainfall in August
Dhenkanal, India
- Average rainfall in August: 205mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (205mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (7mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Dhenkanal, India
- Average rainfall days in August: 26.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dhenkanal, India
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 8h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Dhenkanal, India
- Average sunshine days in August: 3.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Dhenkanal, India
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are March, April and May (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Dhenkanal, India
- Average cloud cover in August: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in August
Dhenkanal, India
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August, September and October (9km).
