Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya District Weather in August

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

Thinking about venturing to Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Nuwara Eliya District in August

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 26°C (79°F) in Ramboda to 28°C (82°F) in Ohiya. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Ohiya and 19°C (66°F) in Ramboda.

For a closer look at conditions across Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka, refer to the map 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 heavy rainfall in Ginigathena with 243 mm (9.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Nuwara Eliya receives about 75 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Nuwara Eliya District by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Nuwara Eliya District in August

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

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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 Nuwara Eliya District

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

Temperature range in Nuwara Eliya District (August)

Precipitation variation in Nuwara Eliya District (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.

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

Hatton

In August Hatton generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
204 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
229 mm (9 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
252 mm (9.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Nallathanniya

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

July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
204 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
253 mm (10 in)
234 mm (9.2 in)
261 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Ginigathena

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

July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
204 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
270 mm (11 in)
243 mm (9.6 in)
262 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Ramboda

In August Ramboda generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
75 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
189 mm (7.4 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
228 mm (9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nuwara Eliya 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Hatton 26°C (79°F) 20°C (68°F) 218 mm (8.6 in)
Nallathanniya 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 234 mm (9.2 in)
Ginigathena 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 243 mm (9.6 in)
Ramboda 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 187 mm (7.4 in)
Maskeliya 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 222 mm (8.7 in)

Nuwara Eliya District weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

August in Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka brings pleasant weather. In Nuwara Eliya, daytime temperatures are typically around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows hover near 20°C (68°F).

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

In Nuwara Eliya, the average daytime high in August is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 20°C (68°F).

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

Nuwara Eliya typically receives notable rainfall in August, about 124 mm (4.9 in) on average across Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka.

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Nuwara Eliya, August might be a good time to visit Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in March offering mostly perfect weather in Nuwara Eliya. The weather in October and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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