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Bentota weather in August (Galle District, Sri Lanka)

How does the August weather in Bentota compare to other months? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

The month of August in Bentota typically brings high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 29°C. At night, it falls to around 25°C.

Precipitation

Bentota in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 274 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 10 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

With around 201 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Bentota. January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bentota climate page with graphs.

 

Bentota, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 274 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
SunshineSunshine 201 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (47 KM, 29 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in August

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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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