August Rainfall and Precipitation in Polonnaruwa District
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Polonnaruwa District, Sri Lanka in August.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Polonnaruwa District precipitation in August: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Polonnaruwa District, Sri Lanka receive in August?
Rainfall in Polonnaruwa during August is on the lighter side, averaging about 32 mm (1.3 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.
How many days does it rain in Polonnaruwa District, Sri Lanka in August?
Expect around 7 days rainy days in Polonnaruwa during August.
Is August part of the rainy season in Polonnaruwa District, Sri Lanka?
August is generally a drier month for Polonnaruwa District, Sri Lanka, falling outside the main rainy season.
What is the wettest city in August in Polonnaruwa District, Sri Lanka?
Looking at our data, Hingurakgala tops the wettest-cities list in Polonnaruwa District, Sri Lanka for August, with monthly rainfall averaging 36 mm (1.4 in).
What is the driest city in August in Polonnaruwa District, Sri Lanka?
The driest place is Giritale with an average rainfall of 32 mm (1.3 in) according to our data.
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