August weather forecast
Perumanallur, India

August, like July, is another hot rainy (monsoon) season month in Perumanallur, India, with an average temperature varying between 23.9°C (75°F) and 33°C (91.4°F).

Temperature

Perumanallur marks the arrival of August with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33°C (91.4°F), hardly different from July's 33.3°C (91.9°F). In the month of August, the nighttime temperature in Perumanallur dips to a steady average of 23.9°C (75°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout August, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is accumulated. In Perumanallur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.8 days and collects up to 769mm (30.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Perumanallur is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of August in Perumanallur, India, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 6:31 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Perumanallur, India, is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Perumanallur is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.