August weather forecastVellore, India

Weather in August

August, the same as July, in Vellore, India, is a hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.8°C (92.8°F) and min 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

The shift to August signals an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.8°C (92.8°F), subtly varied from July's 34.3°C (93.7°F). The low-temperature averages to a warm 24.8°C (76.6°F) during the nights of August.

Heat index

The heat index in August is computed to be a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle 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 'feels like', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Vellore is 62%.

Rainfall

In Vellore, in August, it is raining for 20.3 days, with typically 70mm (2.76") of accumulated precipitation. In Vellore, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.6 days and collects up to 620mm (24.41") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Vellore, India, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 6:25 pm IST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Vellore is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.