The weather in August in India
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.
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in India. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for India. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2016, India reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 21°C to a highest value of 30°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 296 mm of precipitation, spread over 28 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in August for India
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in India. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| India | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 33°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 24°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 296 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 28 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in India with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 25°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 25°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in India is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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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.
The hurricane season in India runs from June to November.
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The climate in India is based on weather data from New Delhi. Other places, like Delhi, Goā or Kolkata, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in India to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in India. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in India
Temperature in August in India over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in India. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in India
Total precipitation in August in India over the years
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.
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
It was moderate because it was so extremely hot but otherwise what it was there very nice— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in India by month
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