Temperatures in August
It's hot in August in India with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 25°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for India in August. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of August
The month of August starts in India with hot temperatures, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights close to 25°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 32°C, with nights close to 25°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in India will be around 32°C, with nights close to 25°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
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Precipitation in August
In August, there is an average of 296 mm of precipitation, spread over 22 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
There’s an average 72% chance of precipitation per day this month. Though that seems frequent, there are also a few days with lower precipitation chances.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in August for India. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
India in August |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
32°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
33°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
30°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
296 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
22 days | 10 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit India?
After some sun? Then August isn’t the best time to be in India. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
The hurricane season in India runs from June to November.
Temperature records for India in August
With 39°C, India hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2016. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2015. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 21°C to a high of 30°C.
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The climate of India is based on weather data from New Delhi. Other spots, like GoāKolkata, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in India for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in August in India
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in India, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in August in India
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Daily Precipitation in August in India
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for India, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 22 days of rain in India.
Daily UV Index in August in India
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in India, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in India Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in India, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in India Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in India, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in August for India
Click on a specific day in August for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in India. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in August in India
The weather in August in India is rated an average of 3 out of 5 stars by 2 visitors. Have you been to India? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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August is the height of the monsoon season in India. Although it rained occasionally, there were many days when outdoor activities were not possible. Hardly any opportunities for swimming.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in India by Month
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