August weather forecastPatur, India

Weather in August

August, like July, is another tropical rainy (monsoon) season month in Patur, India, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.1°C (86.2°F) and min 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Temperature

With the advent of August, Patur's high-temperatures adjust to a still hot 30.1°C (86.2°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Patur's average low-temperature in August is measured at a warm 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is estimated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild 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 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

August is the most humid month in Patur, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Patur, in August, during 25.7 rainfall days, 197mm (7.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Patur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.9 days and collects up to 706mm (27.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Patur, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 6:38 pm IST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.6h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Patur.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Patur 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 UV index of 7 during August translates into the following guidance:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.