August weather forecastAraly, Sri Lanka

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Araly, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.8°C (83.8°F) and 27.4°C (81.3°F).

Temperature

In August, Araly notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F), hardly different from the preceding month. Maintaining close parity with daytime warmth, the average nocturnal temperature during August stays at a still warm 27.4°C (81.3°F).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.

Humidity

May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Araly.

Rainfall

In Araly, in August, during 13.1 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Araly, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.6 days and collects up to 769mm (30.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of August in Araly, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following advice:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Updated: Feb 6, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 28.8°C (83.8°F) and 27.4°C (81.3°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 34°C (93.2°F).

The months with the highest humidity are May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

In August, the average relative humidity in Araly, Sri Lanka, is 79%.

In Araly, in August, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in August in Araly is 12h and 26min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:32. 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 Araly, Sri Lanka, is 9.4h.

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

In Araly, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J August S O N D

Jul

August

Sep

Average high temperature

29°C

28.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

30.7km/h

29.7km/h

28.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

19.8

17.7

13.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Araly, Sri Lanka

Average high temperature in August: 28.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (30.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°C).

Average low temperature in August: 27.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Araly, Sri Lanka

Average pressure in August: 1006.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1005.9mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Araly, Sri Lanka

Average wind speed in August: 28.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (33.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and April (16.7km/h).

Average humidity in August
Araly, Sri Lanka

Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Araly, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall in August: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (191mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (13mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Araly, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall days in August: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (5.8 days).

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

Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

Average sunshine in August: 9h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Araly, Sri Lanka

Average sunshine days in August: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Araly, 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
Araly, Sri Lanka

Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in August
Araly, Sri Lanka

Average visibility in August: 10km

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