August weather forecastValavanur, India

August

Weather in August

August, like July, in Valavanur, India, is another torrid rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature varying between 26.3°C (79.3°F) and 35.3°C (95.5°F).

Temperature

August's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a still sweltering 35.3°C (95.5°F) from July's 36.1°C (97°F). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F) in August.

Heat index

August's heat index is computed to be a burning hot 46°C (114.8°F). Remain cautious: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are foreseeable. Ongoing activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

In Valavanur, in August, it is raining for 20.2 days, with typically 79mm (3.11") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Valavanur, there are 153.8 rainfall days, and 551mm (21.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Valavanur, India, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of August, in Valavanur, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 6:22 pm IST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

In Valavanur, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature in Valavanur during August is 35.3°C (95.5°F) and the low-temperature is 26.3°C (79.3°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 46°C (114.8°F).

The average relative humidity in August in Valavanur is 61%.

In August, in Valavanur, India, the rain falls for 20.2 days. Throughout August, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in August is 12h and 31min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Valavanur, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 6:22 pm IST.

In August, the average sunshine duration in Valavanur, India, is 8.5h.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Valavanur, India, is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Valavanur, India

  • Average high temperature in August: 35.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (39.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 26.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (28.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°C).

Average pressure in August
Valavanur, India

  • Average pressure in August: 1006mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1005mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Valavanur, India

  • Average wind speed in August: 11.9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and December (14.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in August
Valavanur, India

  • Average humidity in August: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (50%).

Average rainfall in August
Valavanur, India

  • Average rainfall in August: 79mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (105mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (5mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Valavanur, India

  • Average rainfall days in August: 20.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Valavanur, India

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Valavanur, India

  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (24.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are September and October (8 days).

Average UV index in August
Valavanur, India

  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Valavanur, India

  • Average cloud cover in August: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in August
Valavanur, India

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and November (9km).