August weather forecastBatugedara, Sri Lanka
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Batugedara, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.8°C (69.4°F) and max 27.5°C (81.5°F).Temperature
The unfolding of August shows an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.5°C (81.5°F), indicating a slight variance from July's 27.3°C (81.1°F). In August, the average low-temperature records at an agreeable 20.8°C (69.4°F) during the nights.Heat index
In August, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Continuous activity in exposure could lead to a feeling of fatigue and heat cramps.Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 86%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 28.8 days. Throughout August, 184mm (7.24") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 317.3 rainfall days, and 2422mm (95.35") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Batugedara, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:15 +0530.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 6.2h.UV index
January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Batugedara, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in August: 27.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (27.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 20.8°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.7°C).
Average pressure in August
Batugedara, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in August: 1009.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Batugedara, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in August: 8.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (8.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and March (3.9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Batugedara, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in August: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (80%).
Average rainfall in August
Batugedara, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in August: 184mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (357mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (85mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Batugedara, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in August: 28.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (18.9 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Batugedara, Sri Lanka
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 18min
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: 6h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Batugedara, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in August: 0.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (0.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Batugedara, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are September and October (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Batugedara, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in August: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in August
Batugedara, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in August: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, August and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, September, October and November (7km).
