August weather forecast
Gampola, Sri Lanka

August, the last month of the summer in Gampola, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.2°C (84.6°F) and min 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Temperature

Gampola signifies an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F) in August, closely mirroring the 29.3°C (84.7°F) of July. In Gampola, an average nighttime temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F) is expected during August.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is calculated to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for 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.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In Gampola, during August, the rain falls for 25.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 84mm (3.31") of precipitation. In Gampola, during the entire year, the rain falls for 278.4 days and collects up to 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:15 +0530.

Sunshine

In Gampola, the average sunshine in August is 8.7h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.