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Vavuniya weather in August (Vavuniya District, Sri Lanka)

Thinking of visiting Vavuniya in August? Check the weather first! Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The month of August in Vavuniya typically brings extremely high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 35°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 26°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.

Precipitation

Vavuniya in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 63 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 4 days of rain.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January and February typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Vavuniya, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 35°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 12%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 63 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  

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.

What To Do

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

Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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