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Udawalawe National Park in August 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Udawalawe National Park 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 Udawalawe National Park, Sri Lanka.

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Udawalawe National Park in August 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Udawalawe National Park in August in summary
Adverse weather
Min 25°C Max 29°C 375 mm 21 day(s) 86% 62% UV 6 9.1 h/day
Possible activities in August
Animal observationNature and landscapes
Practical guidelines
Very large crowds 06:03 18:22
Hourly weather

Average weather in Udawalawe National Park in August 2027

Adverse weather

The weather in Udawalawe National Park 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 Udawalawe National Park in August

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Udawalawe National Park in August.

Temperatures and rain in Udawalawe National Park in August

Average daily weather

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

Monthly temperatures

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Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Udawalawe National Park in August

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Udawalawe National Park in August

Check the seasonal normals in Udawalawe National Park 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 26.8°C 26.7°C 26.6°C
Maximum temperature 28.5°C 28.5°C 28.8°C
Minimum temperature 25.1°C 24.9°C 24.3°C
Record maximum temperature 32.0°C
(2011)
32.0°C
(2012)
33.0°C
(2018)
Record low temperature 18.0°C
(2020)
18.0°C
(2018)
18.0°C
(2019)
Number of days at +30° 10 day(s)
(32%)
12 day(s)
(39%)
12 day(s)
(40%)
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 15 km/h 14 km/h 13 km/h
Wind temperature 25.2°C 24.9°C 24.4°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 335.7 mm 375.4 mm 400.9 mm
Number of days with precipitation 29 day(s)
(94%)
29 day(s)
(94%)
27 day(s)
(90%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 21 day(s)
(66%)
21 day(s)
(67%)
19 day(s)
(63%)
Record precipitation in one day 64.4 mm
(2019)
89.8 mm
(2009)
78.9 mm
(2017)
Other weather data
Humidity 86% 86% 87%
Visibility 8.3 km 8.3 km 8.0 km
Cloud cover 60% 62% 58%
UV index 6 6 6
Daily sunshine 10h 9h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h00 06h03 05h59
Sunset time 18h28 18h22 18h08
Day length 12h28 12h19 12h09
Our opinion on the climate in August
The review of Where And When adverse weather adverse weather fair weather
Activities and events

What to do in Udawalawe National Park in August?

Possible activities in August
Animal observationNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Udawalawe National Park in August last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Light rain shower
22°C28°C1.4 mm
2
Light rain shower
23°C26°C7.2 mm
3
Light rain
21°C23°C7.7 mm
4
Light rain shower
22°C24°C5.1 mm
5
Light rain shower
23°C25°C4.7 mm
6
Light rain shower
22°C25°C4.9 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
22°C29°C0.4 mm
8
Light rain shower
22°C27°C1.5 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
22°C28°C0.2 mm
10
Patchy rain nearby
22°C29°C1.0 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
21°C28°C1.9 mm
12
Light rain shower
19°C26°C3.0 mm
13
Light rain shower
22°C25°C5.8 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
19°C28°C1.8 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
21°C28°C0.7 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
22°C26°C2.4 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
21°C28°C4.2 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
21°C28°C4.8 mm
19
Clear/Sunny
22°C30°C0.2 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
21°C31°C0.0 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
21°C30°C0.2 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
21°C29°C0.4 mm
23
Moderate rain at times
22°C28°C3.1 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
21°C30°C0.5 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
22°C30°C0.1 mm
26
Light rain shower
21°C29°C0.9 mm
27
Light rain shower
20°C27°C3.9 mm
28
Light rain shower
19°C26°C4.8 mm
29
Patchy light rain
23°C27°C8.6 mm
30
Light rain shower
22°C27°C10.7 mm
31
Light rain shower
23°C29°C1.0 mm
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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Udawalawe National Park in August: your frequently asked questions

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

Not really. The weather conditions are unfavorable in Udawalawe National Park in August, which places this month 8th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 29°C during the day and 25°C at night, with about 375 mm of precipitation spread over 21 rainy days.

Expect about 9.1 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No activity stands out as ideal this month, but conditions remain acceptable for Animal observation and Nature and landscapes.

Yes: this month is in Very large crowds, with a visitor index of 81/100. Book your accommodation and transportation well in advance.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Udawalawe National Park are: January. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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