August weather forecastWegala, Sri Lanka
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Wegala, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.2°C (84.6°F) and 21.2°C (70.2°F).Temperature
Wegala's weather in August displays an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.2°C (84.6°F), showing minor disparity from July's 29.3°C (84.7°F). Wegala encounters a steady low-temperature average of 21.2°C (70.2°F) throughout the month of August.Heat index
The heat index in August is appraised at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 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.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.
Humidity
In Wegala, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
In Wegala, in August, during 25.8 rainfall days, 84mm (3.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wegala, Sri Lanka, there are 278.4 rainfall days, and 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Wegala, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 21min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:14 +0530.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 8.7h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Wegala are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Wegala, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in August: 29.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.5°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 21.2°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.1°C).
Average pressure in August
Wegala, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in August: 1008.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.1mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Wegala, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in August: 11.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (4.7km/h).
Average humidity in August
Wegala, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Wegala, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in August: 84mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (301mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (38mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Wegala, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in August: 25.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (28.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.1 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Wegala, Sri Lanka
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min
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: 8h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Wegala, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in August: 2.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (1.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Wegala, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is October (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Wegala, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Wegala, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (8km).
