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Akurala Weather in August

With daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows of 25°C (77°F), August in Akurala brings high temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that August is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in Akurala in August

As part of the rainy season, Akurala sees around 10 days of rain in August, with an average of 248 mm (9.8 in). The rain this month falls heavily when it arrives. Late afternoons in particular can see strong showers, so waterproofs are worth keeping handy.

Temperature in Akurala in August

Daytime temperatures in Akurala reach 29°C (84°F) in August, dropping to 25°C (77°F) at night. Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. Nights are warm at 25°C (77°F). It's worth making sure your accommodation has decent ventilation or air conditioning.

Sunshine in Akurala in August

With approximately 201 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies during the day. Rain typically falls in the afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early parts of the day sunny.

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Akurala Temperature in August

Min Temperature
25°C (77°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
34%
Precipitation
248 mm (9.8 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Sunshine
201 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (21 KM, 13 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Akurala in August

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Akurala in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    8/10
  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    7/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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