August weather forecast
Madurankuli, Sri Lanka

August, the last month of the summer in Madurankuli, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.3°C (79.3°F) and an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

With the onset of August, the average high-temperature registers at a still warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), subtly different from July's 29.9°C (85.8°F). Madurankuli's average temperature throughout the nights in August exhibits a minor decrease from daytime highs, stabilizing at a still warm 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is estimated at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Madurankuli is 78%.

Rainfall

In Madurankuli, during August, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 64mm (2.52") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Madurankuli, there are 221.7 rainfall days, and 1071mm (42.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Madurankuli, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of August in Madurankuli, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Madurankuli is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Madurankuli are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.