August weather forecast
Ambaliyadda, Sri Lanka

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

Temperature

The start of August marks an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.2°C (84.6°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in July. The average nighttime temperature lowers to a pleasant 21.2°C (70.2°F) throughout August.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 25.8 days. Throughout August, 84mm (3.31") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ambaliyadda, there are 278.4 rainfall days, and 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:14 +0530.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.