Kiribathgoda weather in August (Gampaha District, Sri Lanka)
What kind of weather does August bring to Kiribathgoda? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
In August, Kiribathgoda tends to experience very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 30°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 25°C. Despite being the month with the lowest temperatures, it remains comfortably warm throughout.
Precipitation
Kiribathgoda in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 219 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 10 days of rain.Average sunshine
Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 202 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Kiribathgoda. January and February typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, 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 Kiribathgoda climate page with graphs.
Kiribathgoda, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
25°C
Max Temperature
30°C
Water Temperature
26°C *
Chance of Rain
34%
Precipitation
219 mm
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
77% *
Windspeed
7 km/h *
Sunshine
202 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
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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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. With a water temperature of around 26°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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