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
The month of August, characterized by an average high of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and a low of 25.5°C (77.9°F), is recognized as the coldest.Heat index
The heat index for August is appraised at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Humidity
June through August, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In August, in Miriyawatta, the rain falls for 29.5 days. Throughout August, 282mm (11.1") of precipitation is accumulated. In Miriyawatta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 273.8 days and collects up to 2059mm (81.06") of precipitation.Daylight
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 Miriyawatta, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.
Sunshine
In Miriyawatta, the average sunshine in August is 7.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the coldest months in Miriyawatta?
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What are the most humid months in Miriyawatta?
What is the average humidity in August in Miriyawatta?
How many days does it rain in August in Miriyawatta?
What is the average length of the day in August in Miriyawatta?
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Miriyawatta?
How many hours of sunshine does Miriyawatta have in August?
When is the lowest UV index in Miriyawatta?
What is the UV index reading in August in Miriyawatta?
Average temperature in August
Miriyawatta, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in August: 28.6°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.6°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 25.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°C).
Average pressure in August
Miriyawatta, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in August: 1009.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.7mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Miriyawatta, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in August: 15.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (15.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (7.9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Miriyawatta, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in August: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Miriyawatta, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in August: 282mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (350mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (25mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Miriyawatta, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in August: 29.5 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (29.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Miriyawatta, 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 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Miriyawatta, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in August: 0.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (0.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Miriyawatta, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Miriyawatta, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in August: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in August
Miriyawatta, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).
