August weather forecastMadurankuli, Sri Lanka

Weather in August

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

Temperature

Madurankuli notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.8°C (85.6°F) in August, displaying minor variation from July. Madurankuli registers a gentle descent to an average nighttime low of 26.3°C (79.3°F) in August from its daytime highs.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Madurankuli is 78%.

Rainfall

In Madurankuli, in August, during 18 rainfall days, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Madurankuli, during the entire year, the rain falls for 221.7 days and collects up to 1071mm (42.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Madurankuli, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of August, 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

The average sunshine in August is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.