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 Walagedara, August and September are characterised by the lowest temperatures, recording an average high of 28.3°C (82.9°F).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Humidity
In Walagedara, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.Rainfall
In Walagedara, during August, the rain falls for 27.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 235mm (9.25") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Walagedara, there are 287.3 rainfall days, and 2026mm (79.76") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Walagedara is 12h and 20min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 8.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Walagedara are January through April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions
What month is the coldest in Walagedara?
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How much does it rain in Walagedara in August?
What is the average length of the day in August in Walagedara?
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Walagedara?
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What is the UV index reading in August in Walagedara?
Average temperature in August
Walagedara, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in August: 28.3°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (30.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are August and September (28.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 25.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24°C).
Average pressure in August
Walagedara, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in August: 1009.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.9mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Walagedara, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in August: 19.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (20.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.8km/h).
Average humidity in August
Walagedara, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in August: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and September (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (77%).
Average rainfall in August
Walagedara, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in August: 235mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (302mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (38mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Walagedara, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in August: 27.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (28 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.8 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Walagedara, 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 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 8h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Walagedara, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in August: 2.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (1 days).
Average UV index in August
Walagedara, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and September (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Walagedara, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in August: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Walagedara, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
