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
Weather in August
Temperature
Madapathala witnesses its lowest temperatures during August and September, when the average high-temperature reaches 28.3°C (82.9°F).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°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. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Humidity
In Madapathala, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 27.7 days. Throughout August, 235mm (9.25") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Madapathala, Sri Lanka, there are 286.9 rainfall days, and 1974mm (77.72") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Madapathala is 12h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:16 +0530.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Madapathala is 8.1h.UV index
January through April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during August leads to these instructions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. 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 protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Frequently asked questions
What are the coldest months in Madapathala?
Is it hot in Madapathala during August?
What is the average humidity in August in Madapathala?
How many days does it rain in August in Madapathala?
What is the average length of the day in August in Madapathala?
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Madapathala?
How long on average sun shines in August in Madapathala?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Madapathala?
What is the UV index reading in August in Madapathala?
Average temperature in August
Madapathala, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in August: 28.3°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (30.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are August and September (28.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 25.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24°C).
Average pressure in August
Madapathala, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in August: 1009.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.9mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Madapathala, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in August: 19.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (20.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.8km/h).
Average humidity in August
Madapathala, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in August: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and September (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (77%).
Average rainfall in August
Madapathala, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in August: 235mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (302mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (38mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Madapathala, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in August: 27.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (28 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.8 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Madapathala, 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 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 8h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Madapathala, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in August: 2.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (1 days).
Average UV index in August
Madapathala, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and September (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Madapathala, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in August: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Madapathala, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
Madapathala, Sri Lanka
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