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Sri Lanka Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Sri Lanka in August.

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Are you planning a trip a to Sri Lanka in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Sri Lanka in August

Sri Lanka offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In August, one might encounter temperatures that range from warm to very hot, and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Ramboda at 26°C (79°F) to very hot in Polonnaruwa at 36°C (97°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Polonnaruwa and 19°C (66°F) in Ramboda.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Sri Lanka, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Yala National Park with an average of 18 mm (0.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Avissawella with 302 mm (12 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during August. Kandy receives roughly 75 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Sri Lanka by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sri Lanka - and find the best time to visit. (based on Kandy)

January27°C (81°F) February29°C (84°F) March31°C (88°F) April31°C (88°F) May30°C (86°F) June29°C (84°F) July28°C (82°F) This monthAugust29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October28°C (82°F) November28°C (82°F) December27°C (81°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Sri Lanka in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Sri Lanka.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Sri Lanka

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Sri Lanka?

Temperature range in Sri Lanka (August)

Precipitation variation in Sri Lanka (August)

Kandy

In August Kandy generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
75 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
Climate in Kandy →

Hikkaduwa

In August Hikkaduwa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
201 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
251 mm (9.9 in)
237 mm (9.3 in)
278 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Hikkaduwa →

Negombo

In August Negombo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
202 hours
189 hours
Monthly rainfall
209 mm (8.2 in)
195 mm (7.7 in)
245 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Negombo →

Mirissa

In August Mirissa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
201 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
178 mm (7 in)
179 mm (7 in)
225 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
mixed
Climate in Mirissa →

Nuwara Eliya

In August Nuwara Eliya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
75 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
Climate in Nuwara Eliya →

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In our records: Sri Lanka August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Sri Lanka in our climate database (1995 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Sri Lanka reached 40°C (104°F) in Polonnaruwa on August 11, 2023.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Sri Lanka in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kandy 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Colombo 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 211 mm (8.3 in)
Hikkaduwa 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 237 mm (9.3 in)
Negombo 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 195 mm (7.7 in)
Nuwara Eliya 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Anuradhapura 34°C (93°F) 26°C (79°F) 52 mm (2 in)

Sri Lanka weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sri Lanka in August?

Sri Lanka typically experiences very good weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kandy average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 21°C (70°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Sri Lanka in August?

Average temperatures in Sri Lanka during August range from a nighttime low near 21°C (70°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Kandy.

Does Sri Lanka get a lot of rain in August?

Sri Lanka sees substantial rainfall in August. Kandy typically averages about 107 mm (4.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Sri Lanka?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Sri Lanka with overall very good weather in Kandy. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Sri Lanka is in February with generally excellent weather in Kandy. On the other hand, the months of April, October and November tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Sri Lanka.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Sri Lanka? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Sri Lanka.

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