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Nawalapitiya weather in August (Kandy District, Sri Lanka)

What is the weather forecast for Nawalapitiya in August? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

During August, Nawalapitiya usually has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 27°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 20°C.

Precipitation

Nawalapitiya in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 210 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 12 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 75 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures January generally stands out with the best circumstances. While March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Nawalapitiya, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 210 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 84% *  
SunshineSunshine 75 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (28 KM, 17 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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