August weather forecast
Weragantota, Sri Lanka

August, the last month of the summer in Weragantota, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and an average low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Temperature

The start of August sees the average high-temperature at a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), showing little difference from July's 29.3°C (84.7°F). Throughout August, Weragantota witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 35°C (95°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In Weragantota, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, in Weragantota, Sri Lanka, the rain falls for 25.8 days. Throughout August, 84mm (3.31") of precipitation is accumulated. In Weragantota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 278.4 days and collects up to 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Weragantota, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:14 +0530.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Weragantota, Sri Lanka, is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Weragantota are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.