August weather forecastDhubri, India

Weather in August

August, the same as July, in Dhubri, India, is a hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°C (91.2°F) and 26°C (78.8°F).

Temperature

Transitioning into August, Dhubri records an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.9°C (91.2°F), almost identical to July's 32.5°C (90.5°F). Throughout the August nights, Dhubri encounters a low-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is estimated at a blazing hot 49°C (120.2°F). Heed: Expect heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continued action may cause heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In Dhubri, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.

Rainfall

In August, in Dhubri, the rain falls for 27.2 days. Throughout August, 322mm (12.68") of precipitation is accumulated. In Dhubri, India, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.4 days and collects up to 1967mm (77.44") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Dhubri, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 6:16 pm. On the last day of August, in Dhubri, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 5:50 pm IST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

March, April, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Dhubri, India. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.