August weather forecastSaharsa, India

Weather in August

August, like July, is a hot rainy (monsoon) season month in Saharsa, India, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.1°C (93.4°F) and min 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Temperature

August is marked by an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.1°C (93.4°F), almost identical to the preceding month. An average temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F) is recorded during the nights in August.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is estimated at a burning hot 49°C (120.2°F). Stay watchful: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are likely. Ongoing effort may cause heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Saharsa, during August, the rain falls for 23.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 162mm (6.38") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128 rainfall days, and 769mm (30.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Saharsa is 13h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 6:04 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Saharsa is 9.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Saharsa, India, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.