August weather forecast
Sirathu, India

August, like July, is another tropical rainy (monsoon) season month in Sirathu, India, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.6°C (94.3°F) and an average low of 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Temperature

In August, Sirathu experiences a minor shift in meteorological conditions with average high-temperatures marked at a tropical 34.6°C (94.3°F), closely mirroring the climate in July. Sirathu records an average low-temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F) throughout the month of August.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is appraised at a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Keep wary: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a possible outcome of ongoing activity.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Sirathu, in August, it is raining for 21.1 days, with typically 123mm (4.84") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 91.5 rainfall days, and 486mm (19.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 6:25 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Sirathu is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following advice:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.