August weather forecastKhandwa, India

Weather in August

August, like July, in Khandwa, India, is a moderately hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.7°C (74.7°F) and an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

As August takes its course, Khandwa's average high-temperature registers at a warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Khandwa experiences an average nighttime temperature of 23.7°C (74.7°F) in the month of August.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is appraised at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 82%, August is the most humid month in Khandwa.

Rainfall

In Khandwa, during August, the rain falls for 24.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 179mm (7.05") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.1 rainfall days, and 641mm (25.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Khandwa, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 6:42 pm IST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during August translates into these guidelines:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.