Nuwara Eliya weather in May (Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka)

Curious about the May weather in Nuwara Eliya? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Nuwara Eliya generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 29°C, while nights can cool down to about 21°C.

Nuwara Eliya in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 158 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 11 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 103 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm March typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Nuwara Eliya climate page with graphs.

 

Nuwara Eliya, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 158 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 87%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 103 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Sri Lanka in May

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Nuwara Eliya in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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