August weather forecast
Wegowwa, Sri Lanka

August, the last month of the summer in Wegowwa, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 29.3°C (84.7°F) and 25.4°C (77.7°F).

Temperature

As July turns into August, the average high-temperatures rest at a still warm 29.3°C (84.7°F), showing a minor variation from the prior month. August registers an average low temperature of 25.4°C (77.7°F), subtly lower than the daytime maximum.

Heat index

The heat index in August is evaluated at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Wegowwa are June through August, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 28.4 days. Throughout August, 210mm (8.27") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 265.4 rainfall days, and 1744mm (68.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of August, in Wegowwa, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.

Sunshine

In Wegowwa, the average sunshine in August is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Wegowwa are May, June, August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.