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Hambantota in August 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Hambantota 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 Hambantota, Sri Lanka.

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Hambantota in August 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Hambantota in August in summary
Ideal weather
Min 27°C Max 30°C 56 mm 3 day(s) 78% 30% 29°C UV 7 11.8 h/day
Best activities in August
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
High crowding 06:00 18:19
Hourly weather

Average weather in Hambantota in August 2027

Ideal weather

The weather in Hambantota 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 Hambantota in August

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

Temperatures and rain in Hambantota 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 Hambantota in August

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Hambantota in August

Check the seasonal normals in Hambantota 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 29.0°C 28.8°C 28.7°C
Maximum temperature 30.6°C 30.3°C 30.2°C
Minimum temperature 27.4°C 27.3°C 27.2°C
Record maximum temperature 33.0°C
(2012)
33.0°C
(2016)
34.0°C
(2021)
Record low temperature 20.0°C
(2020)
25.0°C
(2009)
24.0°C
(2019)
Number of days at +30° 28 day(s)
(90%)
26 day(s)
(84%)
24 day(s)
(80%)
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) 27.9°C 27.7°C 28.1°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 26.6°C 26.6°C 27.5°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 28.8°C 28.8°C 29.1°C
Wind
Wind speed 32 km/h 32 km/h 30 km/h
Wind temperature 27.4°C 27.3°C 27.3°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 32.4 mm 56.4 mm 88.9 mm
Number of days with precipitation 11 day(s)
(35%)
12 day(s)
(39%)
15 day(s)
(50%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 1 day(s)
(5%)
3 day(s)
(9%)
6 day(s)
(20%)
Record precipitation in one day 35.3 mm
(2017)
48.1 mm
(2012)
42.1 mm
(2011)
Other weather data
Humidity 77% 78% 79%
Visibility 9.9 km 9.8 km 9.7 km
Cloud cover 29% 30% 32%
UV index 7 7 7
Daily sunshine 12h 12h 12h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h58 06h00 05h56
Sunset time 18h25 18h19 18h05
Day length 12h27 12h19 12h09
Our opinion on the climate in August
The review of Where And When favourable weather ideal weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Hambantota in August?

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

What was the weather like in Hambantota in August last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
27°C31°C0.6 mm
2
Light rain
27°C32°C2.6 mm
3
Patchy light drizzle
25°C27°C2.7 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C0.4 mm
5
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.2 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.0 mm
7
Partly Cloudy
27°C31°C0.0 mm
8
Partly Cloudy
27°C31°C0.2 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.0 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.0 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.0 mm
12
Partly Cloudy
27°C30°C0.0 mm
13
Partly Cloudy
26°C30°C0.0 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.0 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.1 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.0 mm
19
Clear/Sunny
27°C32°C0.0 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
27°C33°C0.0 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
27°C31°C0.1 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.0 mm
23
Clear/Sunny
28°C30°C0.0 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
28°C31°C0.0 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
27°C32°C0.0 mm
26
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.0 mm
27
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.0 mm
28
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.0 mm
29
Partly Cloudy
28°C31°C0.0 mm
30
Clear/Sunny
28°C31°C0.0 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
27°C32°C0.0 mm
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Where to go near Hambantota in August?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Hambantota in August: your frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this is one of the best times. The weather conditions are ideal in Hambantota in August, which places this month 1st out of 12. Expect, however, more crowds and higher prices.

Expect an average of 30°C during the day and 27°C at night, with about 56 mm of precipitation spread over 3 rainy days.

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

Expect about 11.8 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Beach and swimming, Animal observation, Diving and snorkeling and Watersports. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in High crowding, with an index of 60/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

The most favorable months in Hambantota 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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