August weather forecast
Gauripur, India

August, like July, is another hot rainy (monsoon) season month in Gauripur, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26°C (78.8°F) and 32.9°C (91.2°F).

Temperature

Gauripur transitions into August recording an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.9°C (91.2°F), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. Gauripur's nights in August experience an average temperature drop to a moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 49°C (120.2°F). Beware: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are very likely. Heatstroke is imminent with prolonged activity.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gauripur, India, in August, during 27.2 rainfall days, 322mm (12.68") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 188.4 rainfall days, and 1967mm (77.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Gauripur is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. 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. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.