August weather forecastKalinagar, India

Weather in August

August, the same as July, in Kalinagar, India, is a hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature varying between 33.4°C (92.1°F) and 25.7°C (78.3°F).

Temperature

Kalinagar, India, experiences a minor change to a hot 33.4°C (92.1°F) in average high-temperature during August, closely reflecting July. Kalinagar experiences a nighttime temperature average of 25.7°C (78.3°F) during August.

Heat index

The heat index value during August is computed to be a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible. Heatstroke is a serious risk with continued exertion.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Kalinagar, in August, it is raining for 26.2 days, with typically 218mm (8.58") of accumulated precipitation. In Kalinagar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.2 days and collects up to 693mm (27.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Kalinagar is 13h and 9min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 6:32 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Kalinagar, India, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.