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

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

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

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Wilpattu National Park in August in summary
Favourable weather
Min 28°C Max 33°C 87 mm 5 day(s) 71% 45% UV 7 10.8 h/day
Possible activities in August
Animal observationNature and landscapes
Practical guidelines
Very large crowds 06:02 18:26
Hourly weather

Average weather in Wilpattu National Park in August 2027

Favourable weather

The weather in Wilpattu 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 Wilpattu National Park in August

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

Temperatures and rain in Wilpattu National Park 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

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Wilpattu National Park in August

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Wilpattu National Park in August

Check the seasonal normals in Wilpattu 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 30.5°C 30.3°C 30.4°C
Maximum temperature 32.8°C 32.7°C 32.8°C
Minimum temperature 28.2°C 28.0°C 27.9°C
Record maximum temperature 36.0°C
(2015)
36.0°C
(2013)
36.0°C
(2018)
Record low temperature 24.0°C
(2020)
23.0°C
(2009)
25.0°C
(2009)
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 31 km/h 29 km/h 28 km/h
Wind temperature 28.2°C 28.0°C 27.9°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 52.5 mm 86.9 mm 130.3 mm
Number of days with precipitation 10 day(s)
(32%)
13 day(s)
(42%)
14 day(s)
(47%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 3 day(s)
(11%)
5 day(s)
(16%)
7 day(s)
(23%)
Record precipitation in one day 25.8 mm
(2010)
36.2 mm
(2013)
54.7 mm
(2014)
Other weather data
Humidity 70% 71% 72%
Visibility 9.8 km 9.7 km 9.6 km
Cloud cover 43% 45% 46%
UV index 7 7 7
Daily sunshine 12h 11h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h59 06h02 06h00
Sunset time 18h33 18h26 18h10
Day length 12h34 12h24 12h10
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 Wilpattu National Park in August?

Possible activities in August
Animal observationNature and landscapes
Observed weather

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

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Partly Cloudy
25°C34°C0.9 mm
2
Patchy light drizzle
25°C34°C4.6 mm
3
Light rain shower
24°C30°C0.3 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
23°C25°C1.5 mm
5
Patchy light drizzle
25°C29°C0.5 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C0.3 mm
7
Partly Cloudy
25°C32°C0.0 mm
8
Cloudy
25°C32°C0.0 mm
9
Partly Cloudy
25°C33°C0.0 mm
10
Overcast
25°C32°C0.1 mm
11
Partly Cloudy
24°C33°C0.0 mm
12
Partly Cloudy
25°C32°C0.0 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C0.0 mm
14
Cloudy
25°C32°C0.1 mm
15
Partly Cloudy
25°C33°C0.0 mm
16
Partly Cloudy
25°C34°C0.0 mm
17
Partly Cloudy
26°C32°C0.0 mm
18
Partly Cloudy
26°C33°C0.4 mm
19
Clear/Sunny
25°C34°C0.0 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
24°C35°C0.0 mm
21
Partly Cloudy
24°C36°C0.8 mm
22
Partly Cloudy
25°C36°C8.2 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
25°C31°C0.0 mm
24
Cloudy
25°C32°C0.0 mm
25
Partly Cloudy
25°C34°C0.0 mm
26
Partly Cloudy
25°C34°C0.0 mm
27
Cloudy
25°C33°C0.0 mm
28
Partly Cloudy
25°C33°C0.0 mm
29
Partly Cloudy
26°C34°C0.0 mm
30
Partly Cloudy
26°C32°C0.0 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
25°C34°C0.0 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Wilpattu National Park in August?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Wilpattu National Park 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 Wilpattu National Park 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 87 mm of precipitation spread over 5 rainy days.

Expect about 10.8 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 95/100. Book your accommodation and transportation well in advance.

The most favorable months in Wilpattu National Park 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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