August weather forecastMedinipur, India

August

Weather in August

August, like July, is a hot rainy (monsoon) season month in Medinipur, India, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.8°C (91°F) and min 26.4°C (79.5°F).

Temperature

Medinipur signifies an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.8°C (91°F) in August, closely mirroring the 33.8°C (92.8°F) of July. The average low-temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F) is witnessed in Medinipur during August.

Heat index

August's heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke can follow with prolonged activity.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In Medinipur, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 27.3 days and typically aggregates up to 180mm (7.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of August, in Medinipur, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 5:58 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Medinipur, the average sunshine in August is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Medinipur, India, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during August leads to these instructions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. 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. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

August temperatures in Medinipur, India, vary between a high-temperature of 32.8°C (91°F) and a low-temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 47°C (116.6°F).

The average relative humidity in August in Medinipur, India, is 80%.

August is the month with the most rainfall in Medinipur. Rain falls for 27.3 days and accumulates 180mm (7.09") of precipitation.

In August, in Medinipur, the rain falls for 27.3 days. Throughout August, 180mm (7.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

In August, the average day length in Medinipur, India, is 12h and 53min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Medinipur, India, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 5:58 pm IST.

In Medinipur, the average sunshine duration in August is 8.4h.

In Medinipur, India, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Medinipur, India

  • Average high temperature in August: 32.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (40.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 26.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (29.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15°C).

Average pressure in August
Medinipur, India

  • Average pressure in August: 1002mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1000.4mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Medinipur, India

  • Average wind speed in August: 9.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (13.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.7km/h).

Average humidity in August
Medinipur, India

  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (43%).

Average rainfall in August
Medinipur, India

  • Average rainfall in August: 180mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (180mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (3mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Medinipur, India

  • Average rainfall days in August: 27.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (1.4 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Medinipur, India

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Medinipur, India

  • Average sunshine days in August: 3.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Medinipur, India

  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May and June (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Medinipur, India

  • Average cloud cover in August: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in August
Medinipur, India

  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (8km).