August weather forecastPallimulla, Sri Lanka

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Pallimulla, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.5°C (77.9°F) and max 28.6°C (83.5°F).

Temperature

August is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and an average low of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

August's heat index is computed to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pallimulla, during August, the rain falls for 29.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 282mm (11.1") of precipitation. In Pallimulla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 273.8 days and collects up to 2059mm (81.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Pallimulla 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, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.

Sunshine

In Pallimulla, the average sunshine in August is 7.2h.

UV index

May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Pallimulla. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

With an average high-temperature of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F), August is the coldest month in Pallimulla.

During August, Pallimulla experiences an average high-temperature of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and a low-temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).

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

In Pallimulla, Sri Lanka, the average relative humidity in August is 83%.

In August, in Pallimulla, the rain falls for 29.5 days. Throughout August, 282mm (11.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

In August, the average day length is 12h and 20min.

On the first day of August in Pallimulla, 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.

In Pallimulla, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.2h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Pallimulla are May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Pallimulla, Sri Lanka, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Pallimulla, 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
Pallimulla, 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
Pallimulla, 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
Pallimulla, 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
Pallimulla, 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
Pallimulla, 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
Pallimulla, Sri Lanka

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 18min

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 12min

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
Pallimulla, 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
Pallimulla, 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
Pallimulla, 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
Pallimulla, 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).