August weather forecast
Malagammana, Sri Lanka

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Malagammana, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature varying between 21.2°C (70.2°F) and 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

As Malagammana transitions into August, the average high-temperature stands at a still warm 29.2°C (84.6°F), offering little variation from the preceding month. During the month of August, Malagammana anticipates a mean low-temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. 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 human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Malagammana is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, in Malagammana, the rain falls for 25.8 days. Throughout August, 84mm (3.31") of precipitation is accumulated. In Malagammana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 278.4 days and collects up to 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Malagammana, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of August in Malagammana, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:15 +0530.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Malagammana is 8.7h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.