August weather forecast
Dolapihilla, Sri Lanka

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Dolapihilla, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

The transition from July to August sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Throughout the month of August, Dolapihilla reports a steady low-temperature average of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is appraised at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Dolapihilla is 73%.

Rainfall

In August, in Dolapihilla, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout August, 46mm (1.81") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dolapihilla, there are 217.7 rainfall days, and 1165mm (45.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:15 +0530.

Sunshine

In Dolapihilla, Sri Lanka, the average sunshine in August is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Dolapihilla, Sri Lanka, are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned 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 days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.