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Wattala weather in August (Gampaha District, Sri Lanka)

What kind of weather does August bring to Wattala? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

During August, Wattala usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 30°C. At night, it falls to around 25°C. While the temperatures are lower than usual, the month maintains its warmth throughout.

Precipitation

Wattala in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 212 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 10 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 202 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Wattala. January, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Wattala, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 26°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 212 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 202 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (10 KM, 6 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. With a water temperature of around 26°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

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

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