August weather forecast
Gonawala, Sri Lanka

August, the last month of the summer in Gonawala, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.9°C (84°F) and 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Temperature

Gonawala's lowest temperatures tend to occur in July and August, with an average high-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F).

Heat index

August's average heat index is appraised at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

June through August, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Gonawala, during August, the rain falls for 30.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 287mm (11.3") of precipitation. In Gonawala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 289.4 days and collects up to 2262mm (89.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Gonawala, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of August in Gonawala, sunrise is at 06:03 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 Gonawala, the average sunshine in August is 7h.

UV index

May, June, August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Gonawala. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.