August weather forecastNaula, Sri Lanka

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Naula, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°C (72.1°F) and 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

In August, Naula's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. In Naula, August is marked by an average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Naula is 73%.

Rainfall

In Naula, in August, during 15.8 rainfall days, 46mm (1.81") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Naula, during the entire year, the rain falls for 217.7 days and collects up to 1165mm (45.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of August in Naula, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:15 +0530.

Sunshine

In Naula, the average sunshine in August is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.