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Galigamuwa weather in August (Kegalle District, Sri Lanka)

Curious about the climate in Galigamuwa this August? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In August, Galigamuwa typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 30°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 23°C. Typical temperatures can be misleading; some days will be hotter. Prepare with light clothing and plenty of hydration to stay cool.

Precipitation

Galigamuwa in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 191 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 10 days with rain.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 75 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January and February typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, June, July, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Galigamuwa, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 191 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 84% *  
SunshineSunshine 75 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (50 KM, 31 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.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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