August weather forecast
Gunupur, India

August, like July, is another tropical rainy (monsoon) season month in Gunupur, India, with an average temperature varying between 30.3°C (86.5°F) and 23°C (73.4°F).

Temperature

The shift from July to August is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F), not significantly different from the 30.2°C (86.4°F) of July. Gunupur experiences an average low-temperature reading of 23°C (73.4°F) throughout August.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is appraised at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative 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. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months in Gunupur.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 28 days and accumulates 269mm (10.59") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Gunupur is 12h and 46min.
On the first day of August in Gunupur, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 6:10 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.2h.

UV index

In Gunupur, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August translates into these guidelines:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.