Kandy

Kandy District Weather in August

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

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Planning a getaway to Kandy District, Sri Lanka this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Kandy District in August

Kandy District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. August in Kandy District generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 27°C (81°F) in Nawalapitiya to 30°C (86°F) in Madulkele. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Madulkele and 20°C (68°F) in Nawalapitiya.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Beddegama with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Nawalapitiya with 210 mm (8.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during August. Kandy experiences about 75 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Kandy District by month

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

January27°C (81°F) February29°C (84°F) March31°C (88°F) April31°C (88°F) May30°C (86°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October28°C (82°F) November28°C (82°F) December27°C (81°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kandy District in August

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

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

Temperature range in Kandy District (August)

Precipitation variation in Kandy District (August)

Kandy

In August Kandy generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
75 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Kandy →

Digana

In August Digana generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
75 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Digana →

Peradeniya

In August Peradeniya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°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)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
75 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Peradeniya →

Gampola

In August Gampola generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
75 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
170 mm (6.7 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Gampola →

Kadugannawa

In August Kadugannawa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°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
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
75 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
144 mm (5.7 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Kadugannawa →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kandy 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Digana 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Peradeniya 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Gampola 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Kadugannawa 28°C (82°F) 22°C (72°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)
Nawalapitiya 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 210 mm (8.3 in)

Kandy District weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Kandy District, Sri Lanka typically experiences pleasant weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kandy average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 21°C (70°F) at night.

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

Kandy averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 21°C (70°F).

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

Yes, August tends to be a wetter month in Kandy District, Sri Lanka. Average rainfall in Kandy sits around 107 mm (4.2 in).

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

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

Generally speaking, February provides perfect weather in Kandy. The weather in April, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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