Weather in Sri Lanka in august 2018
Below, check out the weather forecast for the month of august for most popular cities in Sri Lanka. These datas are probabilities for the month of august from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in august in Colombo
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 26°C
Moderate rain at times
54% of time
28%
16%
3%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 30°C
Moderate rain at times
57% of time
31%
10%
4%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 30°C
Moderate rain at times
50% of time
26%
15%
11%
Average weather in august in Jaffna
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 28°C
Partly Cloudy
31% of time
25%
23%
16%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 31°C
Clear/Sunny
46% of time
26%
15%
13%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 32°C
Clear/Sunny
61% of time
30%
6%
3%
Average weather in august in Anuradhapura
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 27°C
Partly Cloudy
38% of time
38%
16%
8%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 33°C
Partly Cloudy
38% of time
26%
25%
8%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 29°C
Clear/Sunny
51% of time
23%
16%
11%
More information about the weather in Anuradhapura in august
Average weather in august in Arugam Bay
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 27°C
Clear/Sunny
69% of time
20%
9%
3%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 35°C
Clear/Sunny
71% of time
20%
9%
1%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 31°C
Moderate rain at times
40% of time
26%
20%
13%
Average weather in august in Batticaloa
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 27°C
Clear/Sunny
69% of time
20%
9%
3%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 35°C
Clear/Sunny
71% of time
20%
9%
1%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 31°C
Moderate rain at times
40% of time
26%
20%
13%
Average weather in august in Bentota
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 26°C
Moderate rain at times
46% of time
39%
12%
4%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 30°C
Moderate rain at times
48% of time
42%
8%
4%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 31°C
Moderate rain at times
48% of time
31%
14%
9%
Average weather in august in Dambulla
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 24°C
Clear/Sunny
52% of time
35%
11%
3%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 34°C
Clear/Sunny
45% of time
41%
13%
2%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 30°C
Clear/Sunny
59% of time
15%
14%
13%
Average weather in august in Ella
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 21°C
Fog
37% of time
27%
25%
12%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 27°C
Moderate rain at times
55% of time
19%
19%
8%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 23°C
Moderate rain at times
53% of time
36%
9%
3%
Average weather in august in Galle
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 27°C
Moderate rain at times
45% of time
42%
9%
5%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 30°C
Moderate rain at times
47% of time
42%
7%
5%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 30°C
Moderate rain at times
51% of time
31%
12%
7%
Average weather in august in Hikkaduwa
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 27°C
Moderate rain at times
45% of time
42%
9%
5%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 30°C
Moderate rain at times
47% of time
42%
7%
5%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 30°C
Moderate rain at times
51% of time
31%
12%
7%
Average weather in august in Kalutara
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 26°C
Moderate rain at times
46% of time
39%
12%
4%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 30°C
Moderate rain at times
48% of time
42%
8%
4%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 31°C
Moderate rain at times
48% of time
31%
14%
9%
Average weather in august in Kandy
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 22°C
Clear/Sunny
36% of time
28%
24%
7%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 30°C
Moderate rain at times
56% of time
29%
9%
8%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 27°C
Moderate rain at times
50% of time
28%
23%
1%
Average weather in august in Negombo
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 26°C
Moderate rain at times
58% of time
24%
14%
5%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 30°C
Moderate rain at times
60% of time
27%
9%
5%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 30°C
Moderate rain at times
49% of time
21%
20%
10%
Average weather in august in Neluwa
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 23°C
Moderate rain at times
41% of time
34%
13%
10%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 30°C
Moderate rain at times
69% of time
20%
10%
3%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 27°C
Moderate rain at times
58% of time
31%
10%
3%
Average weather in august in Nuwara Eliya
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 20°C
Fog
35% of time
31%
26%
9%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 28°C
Moderate rain at times
58% of time
19%
17%
8%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 24°C
Moderate rain at times
53% of time
36%
11%
3%
More information about the weather in Nuwara Eliya in august
Average weather in august in Udawalawe National Park
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 23°C
Moderate rain at times
41% of time
34%
13%
10%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 30°C
Moderate rain at times
69% of time
20%
10%
3%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 27°C
Moderate rain at times
58% of time
31%
10%
3%
More information about the weather in Udawalawe National Park in august
Average weather in august in Wilpattu National Park
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 27°C
Partly Cloudy
38% of time
38%
16%
8%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 33°C
Partly Cloudy
38% of time
26%
25%
8%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 29°C
Clear/Sunny
51% of time
23%
16%
11%
More information about the weather in Wilpattu National Park in august
Average weather in august in Yala National Park
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 29°C
Clear/Sunny
58% of time
24%
16%
3%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 32°C
Clear/Sunny
66% of time
16%
15%
3%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 29°C
Partly Cloudy
47% of time
33%
12%
8%
More information about the weather in Yala National Park in august
Average weather in august in Puttalam
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 28°C
Moderate rain at times
30% of time
28%
24%
16%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 31°C
Moderate rain at times
40% of time
30%
18%
12%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 31°C
Clear/Sunny
39% of time
36%
18%
6%
Average weather in august in Trincomalee
Weather at 7am
Temperature: 24°C
Clear/Sunny
54% of time
32%
12%
3%
Weather at 1pm
Temperature: 34°C
Clear/Sunny
45% of time
41%
13%
2%
Weather at 7pm
Temperature: 30°C
Clear/Sunny
56% of time
15%
15%
14%
Weather details in august
The climate throughout August in Sri Lanka is characterized by renewed rainfall throughout its territory. The monsoon is still present. All the localities see their climate influenced by the abundance of rain and this, in spite of a rather comfortable warmth because the temperatures continue to decrease progressively in the morning.
August in Colombo and the West Coast of the Island
The chances of having beautiful sunny days are smaller on the west coast in August. Compared to July, rains in August are more frequent and more intense. Sometimes the showers intensify even more during the day, especially towards the end of the month.
August in Jaffna and the Extreme North of the Island
Admittedly, Jaffna is experiencing a renewal of rain in August but its intensity and frequency are less important compared to those of Colombo. This allows one to enjoy the sun and warmth.
August in Trincomalee and the Northeast of the Island
The atmosphere is warmer in Trincomalee and its surroundings. Morning temperatures are around 24° C, but daytime environments are 10° C higher. The climate is drier, which favors a weather in Sri Lanka throughout August more comfortable, with more sun. Especially since the sea wind makes it possible to feel comfort.
August in Nuwara Eliya and the Central Plain
The August weather in Sri Lanka, in the Central Plain, is identical to that of July except that the rains have increased in intensity and frequency. Expect then to have rainy afternoons and evenings.
Where to go in Sri Lanka in august?
Where to go in Sri Lanka in august: destination map
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very badwarning in august the weather is not the same depending on the city and regions of the country.
Good news: It is not ideal 100%, but the weather in Sri Lanka in august is quite good in Wilpattu National Park, Trincomalee, Dambulla and Anuradhapura. I allows to savor sightseeing in these places. And even why not take a little time to enjoy the hotel pool!
If you do not go lazing in the sun, but, for example to go sightseeing around, the cities of Arugam Bay, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Puttalam, Batticaloa, Udawalawe National Park, Neluwa, Ella and Jaffna have a ok but correct weather for it in august. Finally, we advise you to avoid you get to Yala National Park, Hikkaduwa, Negombo, Galle, Bentota, Colombo and Kalutara in august because the climate is pretty unfavorable.
Climate in Sri Lanka in august
Climate in Colombo in August
In the month of august, maximum temperature is 31°C and minimum temperature is 28°C (for an average temperature of 29°C). The climate is burning there in the month of august. With 443mm over 28 days, rain is to be feared throughout your vacations. Consider to pack clothes for rain.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 29°C | ||
| Highest temperature | 31°C | ||
| Lowest temperature | 28°C | ||
| Sea temperature | 27.2°C | ||
| Rainfall | 443mm | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 28 day(s) (91%) | ||
| Humidity | 80% | ||
| Cloud cover | 47% | ||
| Length of day | 12:20 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
more information about the climate in Colombo in August
Climate in Jaffna in August
In the month of august, maximum temperature is 32°C and minimum temperature is 29°C (for an average temperature of 31°C). The climate is very hot in that locality in the month of august. With 149mm over 16 days, rain may occur during your trip. But this is moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With proper weather, the month of august is okay (but not good month) for traveling in this city in Sri Lanka.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 31°C | ||
| Highest temperature | 32°C | ||
| Lowest temperature | 29°C | ||
| Sea temperature | 28.9°C | ||
| Rainfall | 149mm | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 16 day(s) (51%) | ||
| Humidity | 80% | ||
| Cloud cover | 31% | ||
| Length of day | 12:26 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
more information about the climate in Jaffna in August
Climate in Anuradhapura in August
In the month of august, maximum temperature is 33°C and minimum temperature is 27°C (for an average temperature of 30°C). The climate is burning in this city in august. With 80mm over 10 days, rainfall can happen throughout your vacations. But this is reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With good weather conditions, the month of august is an advisable month to go in that area in Sri Lanka.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 30°C | ||
| Highest temperature | 33°C | ||
| Lowest temperature | 27°C | ||
| Rainfall | 80mm | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 10 day(s) (34%) | ||
| Humidity | 80% | ||
| Cloud cover | 43% | ||
| Length of day | 12:24 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
more information about the climate in Anuradhapura in August
Climate in Arugam Bay in August
In the month of august, maximum temperature is 35°C and minimum temperature is 27°C (for an average temperature of 31°C). The climate is very hot here in this month. With 113mm over 20 days, you risk getting wet slightly during your journey. But this is rather moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a correct weather, august is okay (but not good month) for traveling in Arugam Bay.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 31°C | ||
| Highest temperature | 35°C | ||
| Lowest temperature | 27°C | ||
| Rainfall | 113mm | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 20 day(s) (65%) | ||
| Humidity | 74% | ||
| Cloud cover | 25% | ||
| Length of day | 12:20 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
more information about the climate in Arugam Bay in August
Climate in Batticaloa in August
In august, the mean temperature in Batticaloa is 31°C (maximum temperature is 35°C and minimum temperature is 27°C). The climate is very hot there in this month. With 113mm over 20 days, you will experience some showers during your vacations. But this is rather moderate and it will not be continuous.
With a correct climate, the month of august is okay (but not good time) for traveling in this city in Sri Lanka.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 31°C | ||
| Highest temperature | 35°C | ||
| Lowest temperature | 27°C | ||
| Rainfall | 113mm | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 20 day(s) (65%) | ||
| Humidity | 74% | ||
| Cloud cover | 25% | ||
| Length of day | 12:22 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
more information about the climate in Batticaloa in August
Weather data for Sri Lanka in august:
Weather data for Sri Lanka in august is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Sri Lanka. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Sri Lanka can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time of year to visit Sri Lanka.
All cities in Sri Lanka in august
| Colombo in august | tolerable weather |
| Jaffna in august | tolerable weather |
| Anuradhapura in august | good weather |
| Arugam Bay in august | tolerable weather |
| Batticaloa in august | tolerable weather |
| Bentota in august | tolerable weather |
| Dambulla in august | good weather |
| Ella in august | tolerable weather |
| Galle in august | very bad weather |
| Hikkaduwa in august | very bad weather |
| Kalutara in august | tolerable weather |
| Kandy in august | tolerable weather |
| Negombo in august | tolerable weather |
| Neluwa in august | tolerable weather |
| Nuwara Eliya in august | tolerable weather |
| Udawalawe National Park in august | tolerable weather |
| Wilpattu National Park in august | good weather |
| Yala National Park in august | bad weather |
| Puttalam in august | tolerable weather |
| Trincomalee in august | good weather |