August weather forecast
Erattupetta, India

August, the same as July, is a moderately hot rainy (monsoon) season month in Erattupetta, India, with an average temperature varying between 23.6°C (74.5°F) and 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

The transition into August is marked with an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.5°C (85.1°F), showing an insignificant shift from July's 29.3°C (84.7°F). Throughout the month of August, Erattupetta expects an average low of 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is appraised at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

June through August, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months in Erattupetta.

Rainfall

In Erattupetta, during August, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 82mm (3.23") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Erattupetta, there are 171.6 rainfall days, and 552mm (21.73") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of August in Erattupetta, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 6:32 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Erattupetta is 6.5h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Erattupetta. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in August transforms into this advice:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.