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Badulla District Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Badulla District, Sri Lanka in August.

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Planning a journey to Badulla District, Sri Lanka this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Badulla District in August

Badulla District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. August in Badulla District generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Ohiya at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Passara at 33°C (91°F). At night it cools down to 23°C (73°F) in Passara and 20°C (68°F) in Ohiya. In Badulla District, Sri Lanka, August typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Badulla District, Sri Lanka, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bandarawela with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Ohiya with 135 mm (5.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in August. Ella sees roughly 75 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Badulla District by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Badulla District — and find the best time to visit. (based on Ella)

January27°C (81°F) February28°C (82°F) March30°C (86°F) April30°C (86°F) May31°C (88°F) June32°C (90°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August32°C (90°F) September32°C (90°F) October30°C (86°F) November28°C (82°F) December27°C (81°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Badulla District in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Badulla District.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Badulla District

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Badulla District, Sri Lanka?

Temperature range in Badulla District (August)

Precipitation variation in Badulla District (August)

Ella

In August Ella generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
75 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ella →

Bandarawela

In August Bandarawela generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
75 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Bandarawela →

Haputale

In August Haputale generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
75 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
77 mm (3 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Haputale →

Badulla

In August Badulla generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
75 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Badulla →

Diyatalawa

In August Diyatalawa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
75 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Diyatalawa →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Badulla District, in Sri Lanka.

In our records: Sri Lanka August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Sri Lanka in our climate database (1995 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Sri Lanka reached 40°C (104°F) in Polonnaruwa on August 11, 2023.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Badulla District in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ella 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Bandarawela 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Haputale 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Badulla 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Diyatalawa 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Ohiya 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)

Badulla District weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Badulla District, Sri Lanka in August?

August in Badulla District, Sri Lanka brings tolerable weather. In Ella, daytime temperatures are typically around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime lows hover near 22°C (72°F).

What is the average temperature in Badulla District, Sri Lanka in August?

In Ella, the average daytime high in August is 32°C (90°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 22°C (72°F).

Does Badulla District, Sri Lanka get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Ella averages just 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Badulla District, Sri Lanka.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Badulla District, Sri Lanka?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Ella, August might be a good time to visit Badulla District, Sri Lanka.

Generally speaking, February provides perfect weather in Ella. On the other hand, the weather in April, October and November tend to be poor.

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