August weather forecast
Lucknow, India

August brings in a continuation of the monsoon season, with rainfall numbers reaching a substantial 255mm (10.04"). Lucknow finds itself under a cloud-laden sky for most of the day. The city’s residents adapt to the changing rhythm of daily life that the rain engenders. It's a time when kids enjoy the rain-soaked streets, and warm cups of tea taste better than ever. The transition into September follows a similar pattern, although with gradually decreasing precipitation levels.

Temperature

The advent of August in Lucknow, India, brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.2°C (91.8°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. August nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a moderately hot 25.6°C (78.1°F).

Rainfall

In Lucknow, India, during August, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 255mm (10.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lucknow, India, there are 46.8 rainfall days, and 990mm (38.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 6:27 pm IST.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Lucknow.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Lucknow are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake all critical precautions. Protection from sun harm is vital. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Apply and frequently reapply a minimum SPF 30 sunscreen even on cloudy days, especially after swimming or an outdoor workout.