Sri LankaThe weather in August in Mahakatuwannawa
It's hot in August in Mahakatuwannawa with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 24°C.
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Mahakatuwannawa. 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 Mahakatuwannawa, 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 37°C in 2023, Mahakatuwannawa reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 20°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 172 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in August for Mahakatuwannawa
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Mahakatuwannawa. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Mahakatuwannawa | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 23°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 172 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 19 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Mahakatuwannawa with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 24°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 24°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 Mahakatuwannawa is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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 Mahakatuwannawa, 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 Mahakatuwannawa
Temperature in August in Mahakatuwannawa over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Mahakatuwannawa, 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 Mahakatuwannawa
Total precipitation in August in Mahakatuwannawa over the years
Daily UV index in August in Mahakatuwannawa
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Mahakatuwannawa, 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 Mahakatuwannawa by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Mahakatuwannawa. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.