The climate of Matara in August is humid. An average of 115 mm precipitation is recorded over 23 days. The situation is wetter than the previous month: in July, an average of 92 mm is recorded over 20 days.
Temperatures are warm in Matara in August. The average maximum temperature reaches 29°C, while the minimum falls to about 27°C. The month's average temperature is 28°C. These normals should be compared with the records recorded in Matara in August: 32°C as a maximum in 2013 and 19°C as a minimum in 2021. We can expect about 17 days with temperatures above 30°, or 55% of the month.
In August, the days last on average 12:18 in Matara. The sun rises around 06:03 and sets around 18:21.
With favorable weather, the month of August is a good month to travel to Matara in Sri Lanka.
In August, the most favorable activities in Matara are: Gastronomy.
Some activities remain possible even if conditions are not optimal: Beach and swimming, Cultural visits and heritage, Animal observation, Diving and snorkeling, Watersports, Nature and landscapes, Well-being and Boat trip and cruise.
