August weather forecast
Jalpaiguri, India

August, the same as July, in Jalpaiguri, India, is another tropical rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.4°C (92.1°F) and 26.1°C (79°F).

Temperature

Jalpaiguri observes an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.4°C (92.1°F) in August, barely different from 32.5°C (90.5°F) in July. In Jalpaiguri, an average low-temperature of 26.1°C (79°F) is recorded during August nights.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is calculated to be a blazing hot 49°C (120.2°F). Stay watchful: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are likely. Ongoing effort may cause heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Jalpaiguri, India, is 78%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 27.3 days. Throughout August, 410mm (16.14") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Jalpaiguri, India, there are 177.2 rainfall days, and 1999mm (78.7") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:00 am and sunset at 6:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 5:56 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Jalpaiguri is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Jalpaiguri are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.