August weather forecast
Pagoda, Sri Lanka

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Pagoda, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.2°C (77.4°F) and an average high of 28.9°C (84°F).

Temperature

Pagoda's lowest average temperatures are recorded in July and August, reaching a high of 28.9°C (84°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is evaluated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pagoda, in August, it is raining for 30.2 days, with typically 287mm (11.3") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pagoda, there are 289.4 rainfall days, and 2262mm (89.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Pagoda is 7h.

UV index

May, June, August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Pagoda. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Pagoda?
The lowest level of Pagoda's temperatures is noted during July and August, averaging a high-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F).
How hot is August in Pagoda?
In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Pagoda are 28.9°C (84°F) and 25.2°C (77.4°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 35°C (95°F).
What is the most humid month in Pagoda?
June through August, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.
What is the average humidity in August in Pagoda?
In August, the average relative humidity in Pagoda is 83%.
How much does it rain in Pagoda in August?
In August, in Pagoda, Sri Lanka, the rain falls for 30.2 days. Throughout August, 287mm (11.3") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Pagoda have in August?
In August, the average day length is 12h and 20min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Pagoda?
On the first day of August in Pagoda, Sri Lanka, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.
How many hours of sunshine does Pagoda have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August in Pagoda is 7h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Pagoda?
The months with the lowest UV index in Pagoda, Sri Lanka, are May, June, August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
How high is the UV index in August in Pagoda?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Pagoda, Sri Lanka, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Pagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in August: 28.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (28.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 25.2°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 (23.1°C).

Average pressure in August
Pagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in August: 1009.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Pagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in August: 14.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (8km/h).

Average humidity in August
Pagoda, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Pagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in August: 287mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (341mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (40mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Pagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in August: 30.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.6 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Pagoda, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Pagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in August: 0.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (0.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Pagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, July, September, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, August and October (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Pagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in August: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in August
Pagoda, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).

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