August weather forecast
Visakhapatnam, India

Visakhapatnam in August continues to reel under the brunt of the southwest monsoon. Heavy clouds dominate the sky, bringing rainfall to the highest levels observed annually. Despite having lesser daylight than the preceding months, the weather stays cool. With the highest recorded monthly rainfall of 164mm (6.46"), August transitions to September, which exhibits a gradual drop in precipitation.

Temperature

Visakhapatnam records a slight change with August's average high-temperatures adjusting to a still tropical 32.7°C (90.9°F) from July's 32.9°C (91.2°F). In Visakhapatnam, an average temperature of 26°C (78.8°F) is noted during August nights.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Visakhapatnam is 77%.

Rainfall

In Visakhapatnam, during August, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 164mm (6.46") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 52 rainfall days, and 1119mm (44.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Visakhapatnam, the average seawater temperature in August is 28.8°C (83.8°F).
Note: For swimming, diving, and enjoying other water activities, the range of 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) in water temperature is considered ideal, offering pleasure for extended periods without discomfort.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Visakhapatnam is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 6:11 pm IST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Visakhapatnam are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 12 during August morphs into the following directions:
Enforce every key safety measure. Those with light skin might get burns in a matter of minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Even if it's cloudy, generously apply and frequently reapply a sunscreen with no less than a 30 sun protection factor after each swim or outdoor exercise. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is significantly increased by the reflection of the water and sand.