August weather forecast
Yalegoda, Sri Lanka

August, the last month of the summer in Yalegoda, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 21.2°C (70.2°F) and 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.2°C (84.6°F), nearly identical to July's 29.3°C (84.7°F). In Yalegoda, the average temperature during the nights of August drops to a pleasant 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

August's heat index is estimated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. 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.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Yalegoda, in August, it is raining for 25.8 days, with typically 84mm (3.31") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 278.4 rainfall days, and 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:15 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.7h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. 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. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.