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Boralesgamuwa Weather in August

In Boralesgamuwa, August brings very high daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), with nights cooling to 25°C (77°F). This month falls within the rainy season, so expect frequent rainfall.

Rainfall in Boralesgamuwa in August

As part of the rainy season, Boralesgamuwa sees around 10 days of rain in August, with an average of 219 mm (8.6 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.

Temperature in Boralesgamuwa in August

In August, Boralesgamuwa gets very high temperatures, with highs of 30°C (86°F). Nights cool to around 25°C (77°F). For most visitors, the main thing to prepare for is the heat during the day. With lows around 25°C (77°F), the nights are warm enough that a sheet is usually all you need for bedding.

Sunshine in Boralesgamuwa in August

The month enjoys around 202 hours of sunshine. The wet weather tends to wait until afternoon or evening to arrive, leaving the first half of most days dry and sunny.

Wind Speed in Boralesgamuwa in August

Wind speeds average 2 m/s (4 knots) during August. At this speed, expect light breezes that you can feel on your face and cause leaves to rustle gently. Since this is an average, some days are calmer with barely any wind while others have more noticeable gentle breezes.

Average water temperature in August

The water temperature is 26°C (79°F), which most people find very comfortable. A good month for swimming and water sports.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Boralesgamuwa. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Boralesgamuwa Temperature in August

Min Temperature
25°C (77°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Water Temperature
26°C (79°F) *
Chance of Rain
34%
Precipitation
219 mm (8.6 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
77% *
Windspeed
2 m/s (4 knots) *
Sunshine
202 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (7 KM, 4 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 Boralesgamuwa 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. With water temperatures around 26°C (79°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Boralesgamuwa 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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