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Arugam Bay in August 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Arugam Bay in August 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether August is a good month to travel to Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka.

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Arugam Bay in August 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Page summary

Arugam Bay in August in summary
Favourable weather
Min 28°C Max 32°C 130 mm 9 day(s) 71% 26% 29°C UV 7 12.4 h/day
Possible activities in August
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Very large crowds 05:57 18:17
Hourly weather

Average weather in Arugam Bay in August 2027

Favourable weather

The weather in Arugam Bay in August 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in August. This allows you to forecast the weather in August 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Arugam Bay in August

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Arugam Bay in August.

Temperatures and rain in Arugam Bay in August

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in August.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of August is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Arugam Bay in August

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Arugam Bay in August

Check the seasonal normals in Arugam Bay in August and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
August
Weather data July August September
Outside temperature
Average temperature 30.6°C 30.3°C 30.1°C
Maximum temperature 32.7°C 32.4°C 32.0°C
Minimum temperature 28.5°C 28.2°C 28.3°C
Record maximum temperature 35.0°C
(2014)
34.0°C
(2009)
35.0°C
(2021)
Record low temperature 25.0°C
(2020)
25.0°C
(2010)
25.0°C
(2021)
Number of days at +30° 30 day(s)
(97%)
30 day(s)
(97%)
29 day(s)
(97%)
Number of days at +18° 31 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
30 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 28.7°C 28.4°C 28.5°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 27.6°C 27.3°C 27.9°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 30.0°C 29.2°C 29.5°C
Wind
Wind speed 16 km/h 15 km/h 15 km/h
Wind temperature 28.5°C 28.2°C 28.3°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 88.1 mm 129.8 mm 173.4 mm
Number of days with precipitation 19 day(s)
(61%)
23 day(s)
(74%)
23 day(s)
(77%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 6 day(s)
(21%)
9 day(s)
(29%)
11 day(s)
(38%)
Record precipitation in one day 22.7 mm
(2020)
30.1 mm
(2014)
38.9 mm
(2018)
Other weather data
Humidity 68% 71% 72%
Visibility 9.7 km 9.6 km 9.5 km
Cloud cover 25% 26% 28%
UV index 8 7 7
Daily sunshine 12h 12h 12h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h54 05h57 05h53
Sunset time 18h23 18h17 18h03
Day length 12h29 12h20 12h10
Our opinion on the climate in August
The review of Where And When favourable weather favourable weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Arugam Bay in August?

Possible activities in August
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Arugam Bay in August last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Arugam Bay in August 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C2.0 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
27°C31°C3.6 mm
3
Partly Cloudy
26°C28°C0.1 mm
4
Light rain shower
26°C28°C2.7 mm
5
Partly Cloudy
26°C29°C0.1 mm
6
Partly Cloudy
26°C31°C0.0 mm
7
Partly Cloudy
27°C31°C1.2 mm
8
Partly Cloudy
27°C31°C0.0 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
26°C31°C0.4 mm
10
Partly Cloudy
26°C30°C1.0 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.0 mm
12
Partly Cloudy
26°C33°C0.0 mm
13
Partly Cloudy
26°C33°C0.0 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
27°C32°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
26°C33°C0.0 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
26°C33°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
27°C34°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
28°C34°C0.0 mm
19
Clear/Sunny
25°C33°C0.0 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
26°C31°C0.0 mm
21
Clear/Sunny
26°C30°C0.9 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C1.8 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C0.2 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C1.6 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.9 mm
26
Clear/Sunny
26°C31°C0.2 mm
27
Clear/Sunny
26°C33°C0.0 mm
28
Partly Cloudy
26°C34°C0.0 mm
29
Clear/Sunny
28°C34°C0.0 mm
30
Partly Cloudy
27°C33°C0.0 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
28°C34°C0.0 mm
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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Arugam Bay in August: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Yes, it’s a good time. Conditions are favorable in Arugam Bay in August, which places this month 7th out of 12.

Expect an average of 32°C during the day and 28°C at night, with about 130 mm of precipitation spread over 9 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 28°C on average in August, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 12.4 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No activity stands out as ideal this month, but conditions remain acceptable for Beach and swimming, Animal observation, Diving and snorkeling and Watersports.

Yes: this month is in Very large crowds, with a visitor index of 92/100. Book your accommodation and transportation well in advance.

The most favorable months in Arugam Bay are: February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September. You are therefore already in one of the best times of the year; shifting your plans would not gain you much in terms of weather.
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