August weather forecast
Rishikesh, India

August sustains the rainy season momentum as Rishikesh continues to experience ample rain. The weather hovers between being warm and mildly cool with temperatures maintaining similar to those of July. As the second rainiest month of the year, the heavy downpours help to keep the heat in check. Notably, the saturated cloud cover results in a dip in UV index to a yearly low of 12. Despite the monsoon, there is enough daylight for most outdoor activities, providing tourists glimpses of the city's post-summer vibrancy.

Temperature

Rishikesh logs a shift to a still hot 32°C (89.6°F) as the average high temperature in August, the same as July. During the August nights, an average temperature of 23°C (73.4°F) is observed in Rishikesh.

Rainfall

In Rishikesh, in August, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 399mm (15.71") of accumulated precipitation. In Rishikesh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 60 days and collects up to 1483mm (58.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of August, in Rishikesh, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 6:40 pm IST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Rishikesh are January, July and August, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Ensure every crucial precaution is taken. Individuals with light skin could experience burns in under 5 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Post an outdoor workout or swimming, a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen should be applied generously and frequently.