Lanka in August
5.2out of 10
Not the best time
Hot: daytime highs around 32°C. Very wet: about 25 rainy days.
32°CAvg high
26°CAvg low
25Rainy days (304 mm)
12:55 hDaylight
04:55Sunrise · 17:50 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 32°C
- Very wet: about 25 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in August is fairly consistent from year to year (2.7 days). 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 | 24°C | 11°C | 14 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| February | 26°C | 14°C | 22 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| March | 30°C | 18°C | 42 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.1 |
| April | 31°C | 21°C | 107 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.8 |
| May | 32°C | 24°C | 219 mm | 20 | – | – | 5.4 |
| June | 32°C | 26°C | 313 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.2 |
| July | 32°C | 26°C | 335 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.2 |
| August | 32°C | 26°C | 304 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.2 |
| September | 32°C | 25°C | 249 mm | 23 | – | – | 5.4 |
| October | 31°C | 22°C | 126 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.6 |
| November | 28°C | 17°C | 24 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| December | 25°C | 12°C | 11 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Lanka in August?
Daytime highs average 32°C and nights about 26°C.
When is the best time to visit Lanka?
The best months are December, January, February, November.