Sri LankaThe weather in August in Kandy
It's hot in August in Kandy 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.
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Kandy. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of 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 Kandy, 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 35°C in 2022, Kandy reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 16°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Rainfall amount
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.
Daily weather in August for Kandy
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kandy. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Kandy | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 30°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 20°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 199 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 24 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Kandy with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 22°C.
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.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Kandy is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Kandy, 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 Kandy
Temperature in August in Kandy over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Kandy, 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 Kandy
Total precipitation in August in Kandy over the years
Daily UV index in August in Kandy
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Kandy, 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.
Weather experiences in August in Kandy
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It rained a little more than expected, but the temperature was good, not too hot.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Kandy by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kandy. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.