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Akurala weather in May (Galle District, Sri Lanka)

How does the May weather in Akurala compare to other months? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

The month of May in Akurala typically brings very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 30°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 26°C. While these temperatures are averages, expect some days to be hotter. Choose light, airy clothing to handle the warmth effectively.

Precipitation

Akurala in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 326 mm for the month. The heaviest rainfall of the year happens this month, with frequent showers. A poncho is your best bet to stay dry. Typically around 12 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

With around 200 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Akurala. January generally stands out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Akurala, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 41%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 326 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
SunshineSunshine 200 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (21 KM, 13 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in May

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

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.

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

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