August weather forecast
Mirigama, Sri Lanka

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Mirigama, Sri Lanka, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.4°C (77.7°F) and an average high of 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Temperature

The advent of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. In Mirigama, August nights experience a modest descent in temperature from daily peaks, cooling down to an average of 25.4°C (77.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is calculated to be a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. 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.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

June through August, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 28.4 days. Throughout August, 210mm (8.27") of precipitation is accumulated. In Mirigama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265.4 days and collects up to 1744mm (68.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mirigama, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.

Sunshine

In Mirigama, the average sunshine in August is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
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. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.