August weather forecastHalpita, Sri Lanka
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Halpita, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.5°C (77.9°F) and an average high of 28.6°C (83.5°F).Temperature
August is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 28.6°C (83.5°F) and as low as 25.5°C (77.9°F).Heat index
In August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Humidity
June through August, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Halpita.Rainfall
In Halpita, during August, the rain falls for 29.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 282mm (11.1") of precipitation. In Halpita, during the entire year, the rain falls for 273.8 days and collects up to 2059mm (81.06") of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Halpita is 12h and 20min.On the first day of August in Halpita, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 7.2h.UV index
May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Halpita, Sri Lanka. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Halpita, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in August: 28.6°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.6°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 25.5°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 (23.4°C).
Average pressure in August
Halpita, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in August: 1009.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.7mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Halpita, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in August: 15.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (15.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (7.9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Halpita, 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 (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Halpita, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in August: 282mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (350mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (25mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Halpita, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in August: 29.5 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (29.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Halpita, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Halpita, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in August: 0.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (0.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Halpita, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Halpita, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in August: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in August
Halpita, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).
