Kataragama weather in August (Monaragala District, Sri Lanka)

Looking to travel to Kataragama in August? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Kataragama typically experiences very high temperatures and low rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 34°C, while nights can cool down to about 25°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Kataragama in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 26 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 8 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 203 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Kataragama. January, February, March, May, June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Kataragama, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 34°C  

Chance of Rain 26%  

Precipitation 26 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 77% *  

Sunshine 203 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Yala National Park, Sri Lanka (25 KM, 15 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in August

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

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 Kataragama in August?

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.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

9/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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