Colombo in August
6.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Very wet: about 24 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
26°CAvg low
24Rainy days (168 mm)
12:14 hDaylight
06:08Sunrise · 18:22 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Very wet: about 24 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±4.0 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C | 24°C | 54 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.8 |
| February | 30°C | 25°C | 56 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.7 |
| March | 30°C | 26°C | 75 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.7 |
| April | 30°C | 26°C | 168 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.7 |
| May | 30°C | 26°C | 281 mm | 29 | – | – | 5.9 |
| June | 29°C | 26°C | 242 mm | 27 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 28°C | 26°C | 182 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 28°C | 26°C | 168 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 28°C | 26°C | 225 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 29°C | 25°C | 327 mm | 26 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 29°C | 25°C | 304 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 29°C | 24°C | 162 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Colombo in August?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 26°C.
When is the best time to visit Colombo?
The best months are January, February.