August weather forecastUgu, India

Weather in August

August, the same as July, in Ugu, India, is a hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.1°C (93.4°F) and an average low of 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Temperature

As Ugu transitions into August, the average high-temperature stands at a hot 34.1°C (93.4°F), offering little variation from the preceding month. Throughout August, Ugu witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 70%, August is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Ugu, during August, the rain falls for 21.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 115mm (4.53") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 83.5 rainfall days, and 372mm (14.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 6:30 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. 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.