August weather forecastVikravandi, India
August
Weather in August
August, like July, in Vikravandi, India, is another torrid rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature varying between 35.3°C (95.5°F) and 26.3°C (79.3°F).Temperature
The transition into August reveals an average high-temperature of a still torrid 35.3°C (95.5°F), mirroring a close resemblance to July. Vikravandi's nighttime temperature in August drops to an average of 26.3°C (79.3°F).Heat index
For August, the heat index is appraised at a burning hot 46°C (114.8°F). Take note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke can occur with prolonged effort.It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important 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.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 61%.Rainfall
In Vikravandi, India, in August, it is raining for 20.2 days, with typically 79mm (3.11") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Vikravandi, there are 153.8 rainfall days, and 551mm (21.69") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
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, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 6:22 pm IST.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Vikravandi is 8.5h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Vikravandi is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during August morphs into the following directions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. 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. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Vikravandi, 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
Vikravandi, 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
Vikravandi, 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
Vikravandi, 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
Vikravandi, 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
Vikravandi, 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
Vikravandi, 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
Vikravandi, 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
Vikravandi, 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
Vikravandi, 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
Vikravandi, 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).
