Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Kandy in August
Little changes in Kandy from July: highs stay near 82°F (28°C), lows near 69°F (21°C), and about 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain falls.
At 68/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 82°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 69°F (21°C)
- Rain
- 2.8 in (70 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 81%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 14 min
- Comfort score
- 68/100 · Good
What August feels like
Days are warm, averaging 82°F (28°C).
Nights cool to an average low of 69°F (21°C).
With 81% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Some rain is likely, about 2.8 in (70 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 81%.
Plan around August
August is one of Kandy's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by September, the score drops to 66/100.
- Comfort holds steady from July (69 → 68/100).
- Our Sri Lanka: Rock Forts to the South Coast route recommends Dec – Apr, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes82°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics81% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.8 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Kandy in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha Statue
Huge white Buddha on a hill overlooking the city.
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Sri Lanka's holiest Buddhist site, housing a tooth of the Buddha beside Kandy Lake.
Why now August scores 68/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Kandy Muslim Hotel
Central canteen for chicken kottu, roti and curries.
Sri Krishna Dosai
Busy vegetarian South Indian canteen in central Kandy turning out crisp dosas, vadai and sambar at low prices.
Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya
147 acres of palms, orchids, giant bamboo and a vast Javan fig tree.
Why now Highs near 82°F and 2.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in August
- Ella in August~41 mi · highs 81°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Sigiriya & Dambulla in August~47 mi · highs 87°F, 2.2 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, drier
- Galle in August~91 mi · highs 82°F, 5.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~297 m to Kandy's ~504 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Kandy in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Kandy?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 68/100. Expect highs of 82°F (28°C) and 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain. Our Sri Lanka: Rock Forts to the South Coast route recommends Dec – Apr, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Kandy in August?
Average highs are 82°F (28°C) and average lows 69°F (21°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kandy in August?
Some: about 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 64.8 in (1645 mm).
What should I pack for Kandy in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (82°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (81% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.8 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Kandy in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.