August weather forecast
Madinnagoda, Sri Lanka

August, the last month of the summer in Madinnagoda, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 25.2°C (77.4°F) and 28.9°C (84°F).

Temperature

Madinnagoda witnesses its lowest temperatures during July and August, when the average high-temperature reaches 28.9°C (84°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is calculated to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light 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 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are June through August, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Madinnagoda, in August, it is raining for 30.2 days, with typically 287mm (11.3") of accumulated precipitation. In Madinnagoda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 289.4 days and collects up to 2262mm (89.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Madinnagoda, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 7h.

UV index

May, June, August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.