August weather forecastAchchankulam, Sri Lanka

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Achchankulam, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.8°C (85.6°F) and min 27°C (80.6°F).

Temperature

With August's arrival, Achchankulam notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F), maintaining the same temperature as the preceding month. Achchankulam sees a gentle drop from the daily peak temperature in August, with an average low settling at a still moderately hot 27°C (80.6°F).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is evaluated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Achchankulam is 77%.

Rainfall

In Achchankulam, in August, during 15 rainfall days, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Achchankulam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.2 days and collects up to 849mm (33.43") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Achchankulam is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

In Achchankulam, the average sunshine in August is 9.3h.

UV index

January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Achchankulam, Sri Lanka. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

In Achchankulam, 29.8°C (85.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 27°C (80.6°F) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 36°C (96.8°F).

The average relative humidity in August in Achchankulam, Sri Lanka, is 77%.

In Achchankulam, Sri Lanka, in August, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in August is 12h and 24min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

In August, the average sunshine duration in Achchankulam, Sri Lanka, is 9.3h.

The months with the highest UV index in Achchankulam, Sri Lanka, are January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In Achchankulam, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka

  • Average high temperature in August: 29.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 27°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (28.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (23.9°C).

Average pressure in August
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka

  • Average pressure in August: 1007.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1006.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka

  • Average wind speed in August: 27.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (32.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (15.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka

  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka

  • Average rainfall in August: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (207mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (28mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka

  • Average rainfall days in August: 15 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are October and November (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

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

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka

  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka

  • Average UV index in August: 7

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

Average cloud cover in August
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka

  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in August
Achchankulam, Sri Lanka

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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