August weather forecast
Sivakasi, India

August, the same as July, in Sivakasi, India, is another hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.8°C (94.6°F) and 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Temperature

August's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 34.8°C (94.6°F), showing a minute difference from July's 34.9°C (94.8°F). In August, Sivakasi's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 26.3°C (79.3°F) during the night.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In Sivakasi, India, the average relative humidity in August is 54%.

Rainfall

In Sivakasi, in August, during 12.5 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.8 rainfall days, and 689mm (27.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sivakasi, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of August in Sivakasi, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 6:28 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Sivakasi is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 8 in August leads to these recommendations:
Be proactive in protecting yourself; skin and eyes can be harmed if left unprotected. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.