Sri LankaThe weather in August in Anuradhapura
It's hot in August in Anuradhapura with an average temperature of 34°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 26°C.
August is a good month to be in Anuradhapura for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2023, Anuradhapura reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 29°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 23°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 81 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in August for Anuradhapura
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Anuradhapura. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Anuradhapura | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 34°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 35°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Anuradhapura with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 26°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 34°C, with nights around 26°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Anuradhapura is around 35°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Anuradhapura
Temperature in August in Anuradhapura over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Anuradhapura
Total precipitation in August in Anuradhapura over the years
Daily UV index in August in Anuradhapura
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Anuradhapura, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Anuradhapura by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Anuradhapura. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.