August weather forecastBanke, Nepal

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Banke, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.8°C (80.2°F) and max 34.2°C (93.6°F).

Temperature

The transition into August reveals an average high-temperature of a hot 34.2°C (93.6°F), mirroring a close resemblance to July. Throughout the month of August, Banke sees a steady low-temperature average of 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is computed to be a blazing hot 49°C (120.2°F). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 72%, August is the most humid month in Banke.

Rainfall

In Banke, during August, the rain falls for 20.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 128mm (5.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 94.7 rainfall days, and 532mm (20.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 8min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 6:40 pm +0545.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Banke is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in August leads to these guidelines:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. 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. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.