Hambantota District Weather in August

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

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Tissamaharama Tangalle Kataragama Kirinda

Are you planning a trip a to Hambantota District, Sri Lanka in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Hambantota District in August

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Tangalle at 30°C (86°F) to very warm in Kataragama at 34°C (93°F). At night it cools down to 25°C (77°F) in Kataragama and 25°C (77°F) in Tangalle. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

To explore the conditions in Hambantota District, Sri Lanka in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Yala with an average of 20 mm (0.8 in) to high rainfall in Tangalle with 109 mm (4.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, Tangalle gets approximately 202 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Hambantota District by month

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

January30°C (86°F) February31°C (88°F) March33°C (91°F) April32°C (90°F) May33°C (91°F) June33°C (91°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August33°C (91°F) September33°C (91°F) October32°C (90°F) November31°C (88°F) December30°C (86°F)
Best Time to Visit Hambantota District →

Best Places to Visit in Hambantota District in August

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

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

Temperature range in Hambantota District (August)

Precipitation variation in Hambantota District (August)

Tangalle

In August Tangalle generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
202 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Tangalle →

Tissamaharama

In August Tissamaharama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
202 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Tissamaharama →

Kataragama

In August Kataragama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
203 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
26 mm (1 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Kataragama →

Kirinda

In August Kirinda generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
202 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Kirinda →

Yala

In August Yala generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
203 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Yala →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Hambantota 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 Hambantota District in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tissamaharama 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Tangalle 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Kataragama 34°C (93°F) 25°C (77°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Kirinda 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Yala 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Palatupana 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)

Hambantota District weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Hambantota District, Sri Lanka in August. The popular destination of Tangalle averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

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

Tangalle averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

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

Yes, August tends to be a wetter month in Hambantota District, Sri Lanka. Average rainfall in Tangalle sits around 109 mm (4.3 in).

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

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Hambantota District, Sri Lanka with overall tolerable weather in Tangalle.

Generally speaking, January, February and March provide tolerable weather in Tangalle. In contrast, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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