Monaragala District Weather in August

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

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Kataragama Angunakolapelessa Kuda Oya

Planning a journey to Monaragala 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 Monaragala District in August

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

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 34°C (93°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Kataragama. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Monaragala District, Sri Lanka, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Kataragama with an average of 26 mm (1 in) to moderate rainfall in Kuda Oya with 37 mm (1.5 in).

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Kataragama sees around 203 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Monaragala District by month

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

January30°C (86°F) February31°C (88°F) March33°C (91°F) April33°C (91°F) May33°C (91°F) June34°C (93°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August34°C (93°F) September34°C (93°F) October32°C (90°F) November31°C (88°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Monaragala District in August

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

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

Temperature range in Monaragala District (August)

Precipitation variation in Monaragala District (August)

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 →

Angunakolapelessa

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

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
202 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Angunakolapelessa →

Kuda Oya

In August Kuda Oya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
202 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
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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 Monaragala District in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kataragama 34°C (93°F) 25°C (77°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Angunakolapelessa 34°C (93°F) 25°C (77°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Kuda Oya 35°C (95°F) 25°C (77°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)

Monaragala District weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

In August, Monaragala District, Sri Lanka generally has poor weather conditions. Kataragama sees daytime temperatures near 34°C (93°F), with nights cooling to roughly 25°C (77°F).

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

Average temperatures in Monaragala District, Sri Lanka during August range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 34°C (93°F) in Kataragama.

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

August is on the drier side in Monaragala District, Sri Lanka. Kataragama averages only about 26 mm (1 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit Monaragala District, Sri Lanka due to the typically pleasant weather in Kataragama.

Generally speaking, January and February provide tolerable weather in Kataragama. The weather in April, June, July, August, September, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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