Negombo 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 (164 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 (±3.9 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 | 29°C | 24°C | 38 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.2 |
| February | 30°C | 25°C | 41 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.0 |
| March | 30°C | 26°C | 75 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.7 |
| April | 30°C | 26°C | 165 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.8 |
| May | 29°C | 27°C | 255 mm | 29 | – | – | 6.0 |
| June | 29°C | 26°C | 224 mm | 27 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 28°C | 26°C | 175 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 28°C | 26°C | 164 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 28°C | 26°C | 217 mm | 26 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 28°C | 25°C | 315 mm | 26 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 29°C | 25°C | 270 mm | 22 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 29°C | 25°C | 136 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Negombo in August?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 26°C.
When is the best time to visit Negombo?
The best months are January, February.