August weather forecast
Hanguranketa, Sri Lanka

August, the last month of the summer in Hanguranketa, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.2°C (70.2°F) and an average high of 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

Hanguranketa experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F) with the onset of August, maintaining near parity with July's 29.3°C (84.7°F). Hanguranketa's nighttime temperature in August falls to an average of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is appraised at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

In Hanguranketa, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In Hanguranketa, in August, it is raining for 25.8 days, with typically 84mm (3.31") of accumulated precipitation. In Hanguranketa, 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 06:00 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:14 +0530.

Sunshine

In Hanguranketa, 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 in Hanguranketa. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.