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Dambulla in August 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Dambulla 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 Dambulla, Sri Lanka.

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Dambulla in August 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Dambulla in August in summary
Favourable weather
Min 28°C Max 33°C 85 mm 5 day(s) 67% 29% UV 7 12.0 h/day
Best activities in August
Cultural visits and heritageAnimal observationNature and landscapesGastronomyWell-being
Practical guidelines
Very large crowds 06:00 18:23
Hourly weather

Average weather in Dambulla in August 2027

Favourable weather

The weather in Dambulla 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 Dambulla in August

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

Temperatures and rain in Dambulla 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 Dambulla in August

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Dambulla in August

Check the seasonal normals in Dambulla 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 30.6°C 30.6°C
Maximum temperature 33.1°C 33.3°C 33.5°C
Minimum temperature 28.0°C 27.8°C 27.8°C
Record maximum temperature 37.0°C
(2019)
39.0°C
(2013)
39.0°C
(2012)
Record low temperature 21.0°C
(2020)
23.0°C
(2009)
24.0°C
(2020)
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%)
Wind
Wind speed 29 km/h 27 km/h 25 km/h
Wind temperature 28.0°C 27.8°C 27.8°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 57.2 mm 84.8 mm 122.1 mm
Number of days with precipitation 11 day(s)
(35%)
12 day(s)
(39%)
14 day(s)
(47%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 4 day(s)
(12%)
5 day(s)
(16%)
6 day(s)
(21%)
Record precipitation in one day 38.0 mm
(2012)
45.6 mm
(2021)
50.6 mm
(2014)
Other weather data
Humidity 66% 67% 67%
Visibility 9.8 km 9.7 km 9.6 km
Cloud cover 30% 29% 30%
UV index 7 7 7
Daily sunshine 12h 12h 12h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h57 06h00 05h58
Sunset time 18h29 18h23 18h07
Day length 12h32 12h23 12h09
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 Dambulla in August?

Best activities in August
Cultural visits and heritageAnimal observationNature and landscapesGastronomyWell-being
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Dambulla in August last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Cloudy
24°C35°C0.1 mm
2
Light rain shower
24°C32°C12.4 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
23°C27°C0.3 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
23°C25°C1.0 mm
5
Light rain shower
24°C29°C0.2 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
24°C30°C0.1 mm
7
Partly Cloudy
24°C32°C0.0 mm
8
Overcast
25°C32°C0.0 mm
9
Partly Cloudy
24°C33°C0.2 mm
10
Cloudy
24°C32°C0.0 mm
11
Cloudy
24°C33°C0.0 mm
12
Partly Cloudy
24°C32°C0.0 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
24°C31°C0.0 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
24°C33°C0.0 mm
15
Partly Cloudy
24°C33°C0.0 mm
16
Partly Cloudy
24°C32°C0.0 mm
17
Partly Cloudy
25°C33°C0.0 mm
18
Partly Cloudy
25°C31°C0.0 mm
19
Clear/Sunny
24°C35°C0.0 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
24°C36°C0.2 mm
21
Clear/Sunny
23°C37°C7.7 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
23°C36°C3.5 mm
23
Partly Cloudy
24°C32°C0.0 mm
24
Partly Cloudy
24°C34°C0.0 mm
25
Partly Cloudy
25°C34°C0.0 mm
26
Partly Cloudy
24°C34°C0.0 mm
27
Partly Cloudy
24°C33°C0.0 mm
28
Overcast
24°C33°C0.0 mm
29
Cloudy
25°C34°C0.0 mm
30
Partly Cloudy
25°C33°C0.7 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
25°C33°C0.0 mm
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Where to go near Dambulla in August?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Dambulla 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 Dambulla in August, which places this month 7th out of 12.

Expect an average of 33°C during the day and 28°C at night, with about 85 mm of precipitation spread over 5 rainy days.

Expect about 12.0 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Cultural visits and heritage, Animal observation, Nature and landscapes and Gastronomy. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Yes: this month is in Very large crowds, with a visitor index of 76/100. Book your accommodation and transportation well in advance.

The most favorable months in Dambulla are: January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and December. 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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