August weather forecast
Pannala, Sri Lanka

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Pannala, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.4°C (77.7°F) and max 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Temperature

With August's arrival, Pannala's weather records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), marking little difference from July's 29.2°C (84.6°F). Pannala, during August nights, witnesses an average temperature marginally cooler than its daytime highs, at a still warm 25.4°C (77.7°F).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

June through August, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 28.4 days. Throughout August, 210mm (8.27") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 265.4 rainfall days, and 1744mm (68.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of August, in Pannala, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7.5h.

UV index

May, June, August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Pannala. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. 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. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.