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Katana West weather in August (Sri Lanka)

What's the typical weather in Katana West for August? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

The month of August in Katana West typically includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 30°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 26°C. It may be the cooler month of the year, but temperatures remain warm enough for outdoor activities.

Precipitation

Katana West in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 207 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 9 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 202 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Katana West. January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Katana West, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 28%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 207 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
SunshineSunshine 202 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (39 KM, 24 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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