August weather forecast
Irungattukottai, India

August, like July, in Irungattukottai, India, is another sweltering rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature varying between 26.7°C (80.1°F) and 35.1°C (95.2°F).

Temperature

At the onset of August, Irungattukottai records an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 35.1°C (95.2°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month. In Irungattukottai, the August nights cool down to an average low of 26.7°C (80.1°F).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is estimated at a burning hot 46°C (114.8°F). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant 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.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In Irungattukottai, the average relative humidity in August is 61%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 18.8 days. Throughout August, 68mm (2.68") of precipitation is accumulated. In Irungattukottai, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.5 days and collects up to 602mm (23.7") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 6:21 pm IST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.5h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.