August weather forecast
Virugambakkam, India

August, the same as July, in Virugambakkam, India, is another hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.5°C (81.5°F) and max 33.5°C (92.3°F).

Temperature

Virugambakkam marks the onset of August with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F), subtly divergent from July's 34.3°C (93.7°F). Virugambakkam experiences an average low-temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F) in the month of August.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is estimated at a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Mindful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are to be expected. Extended physical effort might result in heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Virugambakkam is 65%.

Rainfall

In Virugambakkam, in August, it is raining for 24.3 days, with typically 105mm (4.13") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 825mm (32.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Virugambakkam, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 6:20 pm IST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.4h.

UV index

In Virugambakkam, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.