August weather forecast
Kothagudem, India

August, like July, is another tropical rainy (monsoon) season month in Kothagudem, India, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.2°C (88.2°F) and an average low of 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Temperature

The advent of August presents an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.2°C (88.2°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. In August, Kothagudem's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 24.1°C (75.4°F) during the night.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Kothagudem are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 25.4 days and accumulates 255mm (10.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kothagudem, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 6:22 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Kothagudem is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kothagudem, India, are January, July, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.