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
Weather in August
Temperature
In the transition from July to August, Mandaitivu reports an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. The August average low temperature, marginally lower than the daytime high, records at a still moderately hot 27.4°C (81.3°F).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is estimated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Humidity
May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Mandaitivu, Sri Lanka, in August, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mandaitivu, there are 148.6 rainfall days, and 769mm (30.28") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Mandaitivu, Sri Lanka, is 12h and 26min.On the first day of August in Mandaitivu, Sri Lanka, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 9.4h.UV index
January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Frequently asked questions
Is it hot in Mandaitivu during August?
What are the most humid months in Mandaitivu?
What is the average humidity in August in Mandaitivu?
How much does it rain in Mandaitivu in August?
How many hours of daylight does Mandaitivu have in August?
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Mandaitivu?
How many hours of sunshine does Mandaitivu have in August?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Mandaitivu?
What is the UV index intensity in August in Mandaitivu?
Average temperature in August
Mandaitivu, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in August: 28.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (30.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 27.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°C).
Average pressure in August
Mandaitivu, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in August: 1006.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1005.9mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Mandaitivu, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in August: 28.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (33.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and April (16.7km/h).
Average humidity in August
Mandaitivu, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Mandaitivu, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in August: 38mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (191mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (13mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Mandaitivu, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (5.8 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mandaitivu, Sri Lanka
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Mandaitivu, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in August: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Mandaitivu, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Mandaitivu, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in August
Mandaitivu, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
Mandaitivu, Sri Lanka
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