Puttalam weather in August (Puttalam District, Sri Lanka)

Can you expect sunny skies in Puttalam in August? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In August, Puttalam typically experiences very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 31°C, while night temperatures can drop to 26°C. Keep in mind that temperatures can exceed these averages. Dress for the heat and stay hydrated, especially during peak sun hours.

Precipitation

Puttalam in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 64 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 3 days of rain.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Puttalam, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 9%  

Precipitation 64 mm  

Rainy days 3 days  

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.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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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.

What To Do

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

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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