Kandy Weather in August
Sri Lanka · August climate averages and travel tips
Avg high29°C (84°F)
Avg low22°C (71°F)
Rainfall87 mm (3.4 in)
RatingFair 5.1/10
Expect hot days in Kandy in August: the average high is 29°C (84°F) and the average low is 22°C (71°F). The month is moderately rainy, with about 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain spread over 16 days, one of the driest months of the year. Humidity averages 81%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 12.2 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is August a good time to visit Kandy?
August is a fair time to visit Kandy (5.1/10) mainly because of the rain. For better weather, go in February.
August weather at a glance
| Average high | 29°C (84°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 22°C (71°F) |
| Daily mean | 24°C (76°F) |
| Rainfall | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 16 |
| Humidity | 81% |
| Cloud cover | 81% |
| Daylight | 12.2 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 2.5 hours/day |
| Wind | 14.5 km/h |
| vs July | 1°C warmer than July, with 19 mm more rain. |
What to pack for Kandy in August
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
- swimwear
Kandy weather in other months
Jan26°C / 18°C136 mmFairFeb28°C / 18°C97 mmGoodMar30°C / 20°C102 mmFairApr30°C / 22°C165 mmPoorMay29°C / 22°C147 mmPoorJun28°C / 22°C71 mmFairJul28°C / 22°C68 mmFairAug29°C / 22°C87 mmFairSep29°C / 22°C107 mmPoorOct28°C / 21°C250 mmPoorNov27°C / 20°C316 mmPoorDec26°C / 19°C259 mmPoor
← JulyBest time to visit KandySeptember →
Better weather in August nearby
- Astana25°C · 30 mm · Excellent
- Baku29°C · 3 mm · Excellent
- Sanaa29°C · 13 mm · Excellent
- Istanbul30°C · 17 mm · Excellent
- Ulan Bator23°C · 73 mm · Excellent
- Bali28°C · 27 mm · Excellent
Nearby in August
- Colombo28°C · 134 mm
- Galle28°C · 156 mm
- Tirunelveli31°C · 77 mm
- Madurai34°C · 101 mm
- Tiruchirappalli34°C · 99 mm
- Teni30°C · 123 mm
Where else is good in August? See where to go in August.