August weather forecastAlampil, Sri Lanka

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Alampil, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.8°C (91°F) and min 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Alampil's average high-temperature at the onset of August, reaching a still hot 32.8°C (91°F) from July's 33°C (91.4°F). Throughout the month of August, the nighttime temperature in Alampil dips to an average of 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is computed to be a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Notice: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued strenuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

July through September, with an average relative humidity of 71%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Alampil, in August, during 12.1 rainfall days, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alampil, Sri Lanka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 199.1 days and collects up to 893mm (35.16") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Alampil, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of August in Alampil, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:15 +0530.

Sunshine

In Alampil, the average sunshine in August is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.