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
In Uduwana, the month of August is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and a low of 25.5°C (77.9°F).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is appraised at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are June through August, with an average relative humidity of 83%.Rainfall
In Uduwana, Sri Lanka, during August, the rain falls for 29.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 286mm (11.26") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 272.3 rainfall days, and 2039mm (80.28") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Uduwana, the average length of the day in August 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, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 7.2h.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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in August translates into this advice:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Average temperature in August
Uduwana, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in August: 28.6°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.4°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 (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.3°C).
Average pressure in August
Uduwana, 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
Uduwana, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in August: 15km/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 (8km/h).
Average humidity in August
Uduwana, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in August: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Uduwana, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in August: 286mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (329mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (37mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Uduwana, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in August: 29.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.2 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Uduwana, 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 1min
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 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Uduwana, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in August: 0.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Uduwana, 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
Uduwana, 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
Uduwana, 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).
