Nuwara Eliya

Horton Plains National Park Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka in August.

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Nuwara Eliya Ohiya

Planning a trip to Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Horton Plains National Park in August

Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. August in Horton Plains National Park generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) in Nuwara Eliya.

For specific regional insights in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Nuwara Eliya with an average of 124 mm (4.9 in) to high rainfall in Ohiya with 135 mm (5.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during August. Nuwara Eliya receives roughly 75 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Horton Plains National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Horton Plains National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Nuwara Eliya)

January25°C (77°F) February26°C (79°F) March29°C (84°F) April29°C (84°F) May29°C (84°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August28°C (82°F) September28°C (82°F) October27°C (81°F) November26°C (79°F) December25°C (77°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Horton Plains National Park in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Horton Plains National Park.

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 Horton Plains National Park

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka?

Temperature range in Horton Plains National Park (August)

Precipitation variation in Horton Plains National Park (August)

Nuwara Eliya

In August Nuwara Eliya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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August
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July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
75 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
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Ohiya

In August Ohiya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
75 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ohiya →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Horton Plains National Park, 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 Horton Plains National Park in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nuwara Eliya 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Ohiya 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)

Horton Plains National Park weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka in August?

Expect pleasant weather across Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka in August. The popular destination of Nuwara Eliya averages 28°C (82°F) by day and 20°C (68°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka in August?

Daytime temperatures in Nuwara Eliya peak at roughly 28°C (82°F) in August, dropping to about 20°C (68°F) overnight.

Does Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka get a lot of rain in August?

Yes, August tends to be a wetter month in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka. Average rainfall in Nuwara Eliya sits around 124 mm (4.9 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka with overall pleasant weather in Nuwara Eliya. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, March provides perfect weather in Nuwara Eliya. On the other hand, the weather in October and November tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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