August weather forecast
Akurana, Sri Lanka

August, the last month of the summer in Akurana, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.2°C (70.2°F) and an average high of 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

Akurana registers an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F) at the commencement of August, closely related to the preceding month. During August, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 21.2°C (70.2°F) at night.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, in Akurana, the rain falls for 25.8 days. Throughout August, 84mm (3.31") of precipitation is accumulated. In Akurana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 278.4 days and collects up to 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of August in Akurana, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:15 +0530.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Akurana is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Akurana are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.