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 arrival of August marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.3°C (90.1°F) from July's 32.6°C (90.7°F). During August, the average low-temperature is a moderately hot 25.8°C (78.4°F).Heat index
For August, the heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.
Humidity
In Pandiruppu, the average relative humidity in August is 70%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 20.6 days. Throughout August, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is accumulated. In Pandiruppu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 237.8 days and collects up to 1259mm (49.57") of precipitation.Daylight
In Pandiruppu, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:10 +0530.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 11.7h.UV index
January through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Pandiruppu, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in August: 32.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (33°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 25.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24°C).
Average pressure in August
Pandiruppu, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in August: 1007.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1007.3mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Pandiruppu, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in August: 10.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.1km/h).
Average humidity in August
Pandiruppu, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in August: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (68%).
Average rainfall in August
Pandiruppu, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in August: 55mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (272mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (30mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Pandiruppu, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.6 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are October and November (25.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (12.8 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Pandiruppu, 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: 11h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Pandiruppu, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (3.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Pandiruppu, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Pandiruppu, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in August: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in August
Pandiruppu, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are November and December (9km).
