August weather forecast
Vandavasi, India

August, the same as July, in Vandavasi, India, is another hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature varying between 34.4°C (93.9°F) and 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Temperature

The advent of August signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a hot 34.4°C (93.9°F), aligning closely with July. The temperature in Vandavasi lowers to an average of 26.8°C (80.2°F) during August nights.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is computed to be an extremely hot 44°C (111.2°F). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important 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.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 62%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 21.1 days. Throughout August, 80mm (3.15") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.6 rainfall days, and 684mm (26.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Vandavasi, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of August, in Vandavasi, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 6:22 pm IST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Vandavasi, India, is 9.3h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Vandavasi is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.