Maskeliya weather in August (Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka)

What weather conditions can you expect in Maskeliya this August? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

In August, Maskeliya typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 27°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 20°C.

Precipitation

Maskeliya in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 222 mm for the month. Enjoy the driest month with minimal rain interruptions. It's an excellent time for outdoor plans, from sports to festivals. Historically, approximately 13 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

With around 204 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Maskeliya. January, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, February, March, April, May, October, 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 Maskeliya climate page with graphs.

 

Maskeliya, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 222 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 77% *  

Sunshine 204 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Ratnapura, Sri Lanka (25 KM, 15 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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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 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

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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