August weather forecastSitarganj, India

Weather in August

August, the same as July, in Sitarganj, India, is another tropical rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°C (78.6°F) and 33.6°C (92.5°F).

Temperature

The shift into August reveals an average high-temperature of a tropical 33.6°C (92.5°F), closely mirroring July's climate. During August, Sitarganj's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 25.9°C (78.6°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is calculated to be a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Stay wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Heatstroke can ensue from extended effort.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. 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 highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 23.5 days. Throughout August, 160mm (6.3") of precipitation is accumulated. In Sitarganj, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.6 days and collects up to 553mm (21.77") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of August, in Sitarganj, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 6:34 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Sitarganj, the average sunshine in August is 10.6h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Sitarganj is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.