August weather forecastKaptanganj, India

Weather in August

August, the same as July, in Kaptanganj, India, is another tropical rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.2°C (93.6°F) and min 27.2°C (81°F).

Temperature

The initiation of August records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 34.2°C (93.6°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. Kaptanganj experiences a mean temperature of 27.2°C (81°F) during August nights.

Heat index

The heat index for August is computed to be a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. 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 hold great significance to children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 71%.

Rainfall

In Kaptanganj, in August, it is raining for 21.3 days, with typically 167mm (6.57") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kaptanganj, there are 99.4 rainfall days, and 721mm (28.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 6:16 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Kaptanganj is 9.6h.

UV index

In Kaptanganj, India, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.