August weather forecastSantipur, India

Weather in August

August, like July, is another tropical rainy (monsoon) season month in Santipur, India, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.6°C (90.7°F) and min 26.5°C (79.7°F).

Temperature

August registers an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.6°C (90.7°F), slightly varied from July's 33.4°C (92.1°F). In August, Santipur encounters an average low-temperature of 26.5°C (79.7°F) during the night.

Heat index

The heat index value during August is appraised at a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

August is the most humid month in Santipur, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In August, in Santipur, India, the rain falls for 28.1 days. Throughout August, 197mm (7.76") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Santipur, there are 149.4 rainfall days, and 912mm (35.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:06 am and sunset at 6:18 pm. On the last day of August, in Santipur, India, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 5:54 pm IST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

In Santipur, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during August translates into the following guidance:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.