August weather forecast
Vasad, India

August, like July, is a hot rainy (monsoon) season month in Vasad, India, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.5°C (88.7°F) and min 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

Vasad's shift into August is marked by a subtle change to a still hot 31.5°C (88.7°F) from July's 33°C (91.4°F) in temperature. During August, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 25.8°C (78.4°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index for August is computed to be a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 21.4 days and typically aggregates up to 250mm (9.84") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Vasad is 12h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 6:55 pm IST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Vasad, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.