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
August and September mark Meepawala's lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F).Heat index
For August, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 27.7 days. Throughout August, 235mm (9.25") of precipitation is accumulated. In Meepawala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 286.9 days and collects up to 1974mm (77.72") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:16 +0530.
Sunshine
In Meepawala, the average sunshine in August is 8.1h.UV index
January through April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. 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 UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. 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. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Meepawala, 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
Meepawala, 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
Meepawala, 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
Meepawala, 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
Meepawala, 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
Meepawala, 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
Meepawala, 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
Meepawala, 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
Meepawala, 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
Meepawala, 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
Meepawala, 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).
