August weather forecastSanchor, India

Weather in August

August, the same as July, in Sanchor, India, is another tropical rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature varying between 32.3°C (90.1°F) and 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Temperature

The transition from July to August brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.3°C (90.1°F), barely different from July's 33.8°C (92.8°F). Sanchor, in the month of August, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is calculated to be an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. 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 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

The most humid month in Sanchor, India, is August, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 21.3 days and typically aggregates up to 188mm (7.4") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Sanchor, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 59min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:02 pm IST.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.