August weather forecastGossaigaon, India

Weather in August

August, the same as July, in Gossaigaon, India, is a hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.8°C (91°F) and min 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

Entering August, Gossaigaon's average high-temperature reads a still hot 32.8°C (91°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. In Gossaigaon, the average temperature during the nights of August drops to a warm 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is calculated to be a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Stay watchful: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are likely. Ongoing effort may cause heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to 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.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Gossaigaon, India, in August, during 22.8 rainfall days, 216mm (8.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.1 rainfall days, and 1245mm (49.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gossaigaon, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 3min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 4:55 am and sunset at 6:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 5:51 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.8h.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Gossaigaon. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.