Temperature
Hot by day, warm at night.
90°Ftypical Aug high
Typical range
Anuradhapura
Sri Lanka · Asia
Anuradhapura is most comfortable in the drier months around January and February. Typical daytime highs run about 82-92°F year-round. The climate is hot and humid. Rainy season runs roughly October to December.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
71°F to 92°F
Rain
14 days/mo
Sunshine
10.2 h/day
Humidity feel
Humid year-round
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
Frequent light showers across the month.
39%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Cloudier spells limit sunshine.
10.7 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Hot days with humid air through much of the month.
85%Aug share of humid air hours
Easy airWarm airHot airHumid airVery humid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 88° and nights feel near 81°.
WarmHotSwelteringNight shading
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, and wind
Cloud cover
Mostly cloudy skies.
17%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 86°F, easing to about 82°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning87°F
Feels 88°F
Rain16%
Cloud82%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityModerate
Midday90°F
Feels 91°F
Rain37%
Cloud79%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityStrong
Late afternoon86°F
Feels 88°F
Rain31%
Cloud79%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityModerate
Early evening82°F
Feels 86°F
Rain5%
Cloud78%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityMinimal
Best windowWind pattern
August's typical breeze keeps the air from feeling as stagnant.
12 mphAug Breezy
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jun 11, 2026
Data & methodology