Sri Lanka Weather in August: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
August is the last month of the Yala monsoon season in Sri Lanka, and the weather begins to transition to the dry season in the northeast and the cultural triangle. The average temperature in Sri Lanka in August is 28.8°C (83.8°F), with highs reaching 31.5°C (88.7°F) and lows dropping to 26.1°C (78.9°F). It is a relatively windy month, with an average wind speed of 22.3 km/h (13.9 mph) and occasional gusts up to 23.3 km/h (14.5 mph). August still sees a fair amount of precipitation, with an average of 3.2 mm (0.13 in) of rainfall and a 64.5% chance of precipitation. Rain showers are typically short-lived but can be heavy at times. The average humidity is 78.7%, and the average cloud cover is 55.7%. Travelers visiting Sri Lanka in August can take advantage of the lower tourist crowds and potentially lower prices. While there is still a chance of rain, the showers are usually brief, allowing for plenty of outdoor activities and exploration of the island’s natural and cultural attractions.
What is the temperature in Sri Lanka in August?
Average air temperature in Sri Lanka is 28.8°C (83.8°F) in August. The outside temperature in Sri Lanka feels like 33.4°C (92.1°F) on a typical August day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 31.5°C (88.7°F) and feels like 38.4°C (101.1°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 26.1°C (78.9°F) which feels like 27.5°C (81.5°F).
How hot is Sri Lanka in August?
The hot temperature in August in Sri Lanka rises to 32.1°C (89.8°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 78.7% humidity. During hottest days of August it feels like 41 °C (105.8°F). The average maximum temp in Sri Lanka is 31.5°C (105.8°F) during day time in August.
How cold is Sri Lanka in August?
The coldest temp in Sri Lanka in August drops to 24.1°C (75.4°F) during the cold nights. With 22.3km/h (13.9mph) winds and 78.7% humidity it feels like 24.1°C (75.4°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 26.1°C (78.9°F) during night time in August.
Does it rain in Sri Lanka in August?
Yes, it rains for 31 days in Sri Lanka in August averaging 3.2 mm of precipitation. Sri Lanka has a 64.5% chance for rain throughout the entire month of August.
How much does it rain in Sri Lanka throughout August?
Sri Lanka has 3.2 mm (0.13 inch) of rain per day on average in August. It rains for an average of 31 days out of the entire month.
Is Sri Lanka windy in August?
The average speed of wind in Sri Lanka during August is 22.3km/h (13.9mph) and average windgust is 23.3km/h (14.5mph). On some days in August wind can reach up to 31.7km/h (19.7mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Sri Lanka in August?
Most days of August the wind is blowing from Southwest direction in Sri Lanka.
What are the humidity levels in Sri Lanka in August?
The average humidity levels in Sri Lanka in August are 78.7%. Daily humidity levels in Sri Lanka range from 75.2% to 87.6% during August.
How many hours of daylight are in Sri Lanka in August?
Sri Lanka has 12 hours 20 minutes of daylight in August on average. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Sri Lanka in August is at 6:04:14 and the sunset is at 18:24:38.
What is the cloud coverage in Sri Lanka in August?
Clouds cover 55.7% of the sky on average throughout August in Sri Lanka. The cloud coverage ranges from 43.9% to 83% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in August in Sri Lanka?
The average UV index in Sri Lanka is 9.1 in August. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 7 to 10.
What is the solar radiation in Sri Lanka in August?
The average solar radiation is 269.8 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Sri Lanka during August. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 188 W/m2 to 299.6 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during August in Sri Lanka?
The average solar energy during August in Sri Lanka is 23.3 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 16.3 MJ/m2, to 25.9 MJ/m2 during August.
Are there severe weather risks in Sri Lanka in August?
Yes, there is a 28.1% risk for severe weather in Sri Lanka in August.
What is the air pressure in Sri Lanka in August?
On average the air pressure in Sri Lanka in August is 1010.3 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 1008.3 mb to 1012.1 mb.
What is the visibility in Sri Lanka in August?
The average daylight visibility in Sri Lanka in August is 13.1 km (8.1 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 11.9 km (7.4 miles) to 14.3 km (8.9 miles) throughout August.
What is the dew point in Sri Lanka in August?
The average dew point in Sri Lanka during August is 24.6°C (76.4°F).
Where is the data for Sri Lanka climate in August coming from?
The climate data for Sri Lanka in August is collected from the following weather stations.
- BANDARANAIKE INTERNATIONAL COLOMBO, CE
- COLOMBO, CE
- COLOMBO RATMALANA, CE
- RATNAPURA, CE