August weather forecast
Mattakkuliya, Sri Lanka

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Mattakkuliya, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature varying between 25.2°C (77.4°F) and 28.9°C (84°F).

Temperature

Mattakkuliya's coldest period falls in July and August, when the average high-temperatures ascend to 28.9°C (84°F).

Heat index

August's average heat index is evaluated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for 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.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. 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. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Mattakkuliya are June through August, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Mattakkuliya, during August, the rain falls for 30.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 287mm (11.3") of precipitation. In Mattakkuliya, Sri Lanka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 289.4 days and collects up to 2262mm (89.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mattakkuliya, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of August, in Mattakkuliya, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Mattakkuliya is 7h.

UV index

May, June, August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.