Normal weather for Sri Lanka in August
It's hot in August in Sri Lanka with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 22°C.
In August, there is an average of 199 mm of precipitation, spread over 24 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Sri Lanka in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
30°C | 30°C | |
 High Temp |
31°C | 31°C | |
| Low Temp |
30°C | 28°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
199 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
24 days | 13 days | |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Sri Lanka with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 22°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers. For the daytime, light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect. In the evening and morning, a T-shirt, light pants or skirt, and a light jacket are ideal.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps rise to around 31°C, with nights around 22°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers. For the daytime, light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect. In the evening and morning, a T-shirt, light pants or skirt, and a light jacket are ideal.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Sri Lanka is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. For the daytime, light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect. In the evening and morning, a T-shirt, light pants or skirt, and a light jacket are ideal.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Sri Lanka?
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Sri Lanka. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records for Sri Lanka in August
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Daily Temperature in August in Sri Lanka
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Sri Lanka, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Weather experiences in August in Sri Lanka
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Daily Precipitation in August in Sri Lanka
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Sri Lanka, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 24 days of precipitation in Sri Lanka.
Daily UV Index in August in Sri Lanka
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Sri Lanka, 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.
Temperature in August in Sri Lanka Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Sri Lanka, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total Precipitation in August in Sri Lanka Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Sri Lanka, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily Climate in August for Sri Lanka
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sri Lanka. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in August in Sri Lanka
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Wonderful!!! we did a round trip (with group). We were there for 15 days, we were advised against August because of the rainy season. But well, nothing as changeable as the weather shall we say. Only on the last day we had some wind and rain at the end of the day, but otherwise all days were dry and (nice and) warm.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Sri Lanka by Month
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