August weather forecastDalugama, Sri Lanka
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Dalugama, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°C (84°F) and 25.2°C (77.4°F).Temperature
The months of July and August see the lowest levels of Dalugama's temperatures, averaging a high of 28.9°C (84°F).Heat index
The heat index value during August is evaluated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.
Humidity
June through August, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Dalugama.Rainfall
In August, in Dalugama, the rain falls for 30.2 days. Throughout August, 287mm (11.3") of precipitation is accumulated. In Dalugama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 289.4 days and collects up to 2262mm (89.06") of precipitation.Daylight
In Dalugama, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 20min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.
Sunshine
In Dalugama, Sri Lanka, the average sunshine in August is 7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Dalugama, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in August: 28.9°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (28.9°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 25.2°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 (23.1°C).
Average pressure in August
Dalugama, 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
Dalugama, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in August: 14.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (8km/h).
Average humidity in August
Dalugama, 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 (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Dalugama, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in August: 287mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (341mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (40mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Dalugama, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in August: 30.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.6 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dalugama, 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: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Dalugama, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in August: 0.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (0.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Dalugama, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, July, September, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, August and October (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Dalugama, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in August: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in August
Dalugama, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
