August weather forecastPasumalai, India

Weather in August

August, like July, is another tropical rainy (monsoon) season month in Pasumalai, India, with an average temperature varying between 26.8°C (80.2°F) and 34.9°C (94.8°F).

Temperature

Pasumalai's average high-temperature in August sits at a tropical 34.9°C (94.8°F), showing little difference from the previous month. In August, the nighttime temperature in Pasumalai lowers to an average of 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is computed to be a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its 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 due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 55%.

Rainfall

In Pasumalai, India, in August, it is raining for 18.9 days, with typically 67mm (2.64") of accumulated precipitation. In Pasumalai, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.7 days and collects up to 585mm (23.03") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Pasumalai is 12h and 26min.
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 Pasumalai, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 6:27 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Pasumalai, the average sunshine in August is 8.9h.

UV index

March through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Pasumalai. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 8 translates into these guidelines:
Protection is paramount; otherwise, swift harm can come to the skin and eyes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.