Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
August
Weather in August
Temperature
August stands out as Bamunumulla's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and a low-temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F).Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Bamunumulla, Sri Lanka, are June through August, with an average relative humidity of 83%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 29.5 days. Throughout August, 282mm (11.1") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bamunumulla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 273.8 days and collects up to 2059mm (81.06") of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Bamunumulla, Sri Lanka, is 12h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of August, in Bamunumulla, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Bamunumulla is 7.2h.UV index
May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Bamunumulla, Sri Lanka. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the coldest time of year in Bamunumulla?
Is it hot in Bamunumulla during August?
What are the most humid months in Bamunumulla?
What is the average humidity in August in Bamunumulla?
How much does it rain in Bamunumulla in August?
How many hours of daylight does Bamunumulla have in August?
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Bamunumulla?
How long on average sun shines in August in Bamunumulla?
When is the lowest UV index in Bamunumulla?
What is the UV index intensity in August in Bamunumulla?
Average temperature in August
Bamunumulla, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in August: 28.6°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.6°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 25.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°C).
Average pressure in August
Bamunumulla, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in August: 1009.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.7mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Bamunumulla, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in August: 15.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (15.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (7.9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Bamunumulla, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in August: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Bamunumulla, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in August: 282mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (350mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (25mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Bamunumulla, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in August: 29.5 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (29.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bamunumulla, Sri Lanka
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Bamunumulla, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in August: 0.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (0.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Bamunumulla, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Bamunumulla, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in August: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in August
Bamunumulla, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).
