August weather forecastWaga, Sri Lanka

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Waga, 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

Waga'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 torrid 35°C (95°F). Adopt special protective actions against heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Long-duration activity risks heatstroke.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.