Elpitiya Weather in August

Elpitiya in August sees high daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows of 25°C (77°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 253 mm (10 in) of rainfall for the month.

Rainfall in Elpitiya in August

As part of the rainy season, Elpitiya sees around 10 days of rain in August, with an average of 253 mm (10 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.

Temperature in Elpitiya in August

Elpitiya in August gets highs of 29°C (84°F) during the day and drops to 25°C (77°F) at night. Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. With lows around 25°C (77°F), the nights are warm enough that a sheet is usually all you need for bedding.

Sunshine in Elpitiya in August

There are approximately 201 hours of sunshine this month, despite being the rainy season. Rain often arrives in the late afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early afternoons sunny. Even during the wet season, it could still be a nice time to visit.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Elpitiya Temperature in August

Min Temperature 25°C (77°F)  

Max Temperature 29°C (84°F)  

Chance of Rain 34%  

Precipitation 253 mm (10 in)  

Rainy days 10 days  

Sunshine 201 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (27 KM, 16 Miles).

What to Wear in Elpitiya 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. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Elpitiya 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

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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• March
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More climate data for Elpitiya

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