August weather forecast
Eppawala, Sri Lanka

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Eppawala, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.8°C (91°F) and 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Temperature

In August, Eppawala notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.8°C (91°F), hardly different from the preceding month. Throughout August, a steady low-temperature average of 25.1°C (77.2°F) is noted.

Heat index

August's average heat index is evaluated at a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Stay watchful: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are likely. Ongoing effort may cause heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

July through September, with an average relative humidity of 71%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Eppawala, in August, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 31mm (1.22") of accumulated precipitation. In Eppawala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 199.1 days and collects up to 893mm (35.16") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:16 +0530.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 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. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.