Arugam Bay weather in December (Ampara District, Sri Lanka)

How's the weather trend in Arugam Bay as December approaches? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In December, Arugam Bay typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 29°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 25°C.

Precipitation

Arugam Bay in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 295 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 12 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 218 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Arugam Bay. June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Arugam Bay, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 295 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 218 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Yala National Park, Sri Lanka (51 KM, 32 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in December

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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