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Ulapane weather in August (Sri Lanka)

How is August weather typically in Ulapane? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

August in Ulapane generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 27°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 21°C.

Precipitation

Ulapane in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 185 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 11 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 75 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January typically offers the best circumstances. While April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ulapane climate page with graphs.

 

Ulapane, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 185 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 84% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 75 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (23 KM, 14 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in August

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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