Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
August
Weather in August
Temperature
August, with an average high of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and a low of 25.5°C (77.9°F), signifies the coldest month of the year.Heat index
August's average heat index is appraised at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. 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 especially vital 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.
Humidity
June through August, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Kottawa, Sri Lanka.Rainfall
In Kottawa, in August, during 29.8 rainfall days, 286mm (11.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kottawa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 272.3 days and collects up to 2039mm (80.28") of precipitation.Daylight
In Kottawa, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 7.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions
What part of the year is the coldest?
Is it hot during August?
What is the most humid month in Kottawa?
What is the average humidity in August?
How much does it rain in August?
What is the average length of the day in August?
When is the sunrise / sunset in August?
How many hours of sunshine does Kottawa have in August?
When is the lowest UV index?
How high is the UV index in August?
Average temperature in August
Kottawa, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in August: 28.6°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.4°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 (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.3°C).
Average pressure in August
Kottawa, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in August: 1009.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Kottawa, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in August: 15km/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 (8km/h).
Average humidity in August
Kottawa, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in August: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Kottawa, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in August: 286mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (329mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (37mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Kottawa, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in August: 29.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.2 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kottawa, Sri Lanka
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min
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 1min
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 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Kottawa, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in August: 0.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Kottawa, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, July, September, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, August and October (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Kottawa, 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
Kottawa, 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).
