August weather forecast
Dombagoda, Sri Lanka

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Dombagoda, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.6°C (83.5°F) and min 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Temperature

Dombagoda's coldest month, August, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 28.6°C (83.5°F) to a low of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Dombagoda, Sri Lanka, are June through August, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In August, in Dombagoda, the rain falls for 29.5 days. Throughout August, 282mm (11.1") of precipitation is accumulated. In Dombagoda, Sri Lanka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 273.8 days and collects up to 2059mm (81.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Dombagoda, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of August in Dombagoda, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7.2h.

UV index

May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Updated: Feb 6, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Dombagoda?

August, characterized by an average high temperature of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and a low temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F), is generally the coldest month in Dombagoda.

How hot does it get in Dombagoda in August?

In Dombagoda, in August, the average high-temperature is 28.6°C (83.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.5°C (77.9°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).

What are the most humid months in Dombagoda?

The months with the highest humidity in Dombagoda, Sri Lanka, are June through August, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in August in Dombagoda?

The average relative humidity in August is 83%.

How many days does it rain in August in Dombagoda?

In August, in Dombagoda, the rain falls for 29.5 days. Throughout August, 282mm (11.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in August in Dombagoda?

The average day length in August in Dombagoda, Sri Lanka, is 12h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Dombagoda?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.

How long on average sun shines in August in Dombagoda?

In Dombagoda, Sri Lanka, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dombagoda?

May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Dombagoda.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Dombagoda?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Dombagoda is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Dombagoda, Sri Lanka

Average temperature in August - Dombagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in August: 28.6°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 25.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°C).

Average pressure in August
Dombagoda, Sri Lanka

Average pressure in August - Dombagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in August: 1009.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Dombagoda, Sri Lanka

Average wind speed in August - Dombagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in August: 15.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (15.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (7.9km/h).

Average humidity in August
Dombagoda, Sri Lanka

Average humidity in August - Dombagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in August: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Dombagoda, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall in August - Dombagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in August: 282mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (350mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (25mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Dombagoda, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall days in August - Dombagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in August: 29.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (29.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dombagoda, Sri Lanka

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Dombagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Dombagoda, Sri Lanka

Average sunshine days in August - Dombagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in August: 0.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (0.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Dombagoda, Sri Lanka

Average UV index in August - Dombagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Dombagoda, Sri Lanka

Average cloud cover in August - Dombagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in August: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in August
Dombagoda, Sri Lanka

Average visibility in August - Dombagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).

Dombagoda, Sri Lanka

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