August weather forecastViralimalai, India

Weather in August

August, the same as July, is another torrid rainy (monsoon) season month in Viralimalai, India, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.2°C (79.2°F) and an average high of 35°C (95°F).

Temperature

The shift into August finds Viralimalai at an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 35°C (95°F), closely comparable to July's conditions. Viralimalai throughout August, records an average low-temperature of 26.2°C (79.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is evaluated at a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Be wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are highly anticipated. With continued activity, heatstroke is very likely.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. 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. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 57%.

Rainfall

In August, in Viralimalai, the rain falls for 20.1 days. Throughout August, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Viralimalai, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 485mm (19.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Viralimalai, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 6:25 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Viralimalai, the average sunshine in August is 9h.

UV index

March through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 8 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Always take safety measures. The skin and eyes are at risk if left exposed. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.