August weather forecast
Palamedu, India

August, like July, is a hot rainy (monsoon) season month in Palamedu, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.8°C (80.2°F) and 34.9°C (94.8°F).

Temperature

As August takes its course, Palamedu's average high-temperature registers at a tropical 34.9°C (94.8°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Nighttime temperatures in Palamedu hover around an average low of 26.8°C (80.2°F) in August.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is evaluated at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Palamedu is 55%.

Rainfall

In Palamedu, during August, the rain falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of precipitation. In Palamedu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.7 days and collects up to 585mm (23.03") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of August, in Palamedu, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 6:27 pm IST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During August, 8 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Ensure you're protected; unprotected eyes and skin can get hurt in moments. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.