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
Mahamodara's coldest months, August and September, record an average high-temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F).Heat index
During August, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
Humidity
In Mahamodara, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.Rainfall
In Mahamodara, in August, it is raining for 27.7 days, with typically 235mm (9.25") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 286.9 rainfall days, and 1974mm (77.72") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 19min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:16 +0530.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 8.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during August leads to these instructions:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Mahamodara, 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
Mahamodara, 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
Mahamodara, 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
Mahamodara, 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
Mahamodara, 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
Mahamodara, 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
Mahamodara, 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
Mahamodara, 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
Mahamodara, 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
Mahamodara, 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
Mahamodara, 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).
