August weather forecast
Hiyarapitiya, Sri Lanka

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

Temperature

August's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.2°C (84.6°F), showing a minute difference from July's 29.3°C (84.7°F). The average low-temperature, in August, in Hiyarapitiya, is a pleasant 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is estimated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hiyarapitiya, during August, the rain falls for 25.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 84mm (3.31") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 278.9 rainfall days, and 1477mm (58.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hiyarapitiya, Sri Lanka, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of August in Hiyarapitiya, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:15 +0530.

Sunshine

In Hiyarapitiya, 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 Hiyarapitiya. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.