August weather forecastPore, Sri Lanka

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Pore, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.2°C (77.4°F) and 28.9°C (84°F).

Temperature

During July and August, Pore experiences its coldest period, with an average high-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. 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. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pore, in August, it is raining for 30.2 days, with typically 287mm (11.3") of accumulated precipitation. In Pore, during the entire year, the rain falls for 289.4 days and collects up to 2262mm (89.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Pore is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of August, in Pore, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.

Sunshine

In Pore, the average sunshine in August is 7h.

UV index

May, June, August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.