Battaramulla Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
With consistently stable weather, Battaramulla, Sri Lanka, sees little seasonal temperature change. Daytime highs average 31°C (88°F), ranging from 33°C (91°F) in March to 30°C (86°F) in January.
Rainfall is high, totalling around 2672 mm (105 in) per year. October is the wettest month and January the driest. The most sunshine falls in March, with an average of 9.2 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Battaramulla
The climate in Battaramulla remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C (91°F) in March, the warmest time of the year, to a very warm 30°C (86°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 26°C (79°F) in March to around 24°C (75°F) during January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Battaramulla
Battaramulla is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2672 mm (105 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, October it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 361 mm (14 in) of precipitation, recorded across 16 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less rainfall, with 75 mm (3 in) over 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Battaramulla Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Battaramulla
While the amount of sunshine in Battaramulla varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 9.2 hours of daily sun in March, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in September, with about 6.3 hours of daily sunlight.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Water Temperature in Battaramulla
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 26°C (79°F) in August to 28°C (82°F) in January.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Battaramulla by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Battaramulla.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 79%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 69%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Battaramulla
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) in February, March, April, October, November and December to 2 m/s (4 knots) in January, May, June, July, August and September. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Battaramulla 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Battaramulla
In general, temperatures in Battaramulla range from 30°C (86°F) to 33°C (91°F) across the year, with January, February and March being the best time to visit for those who prefer drier weather.Make your experience more enjoyable by planning to be outside during the cooler parts of the day, either early morning or as the sun begins to set. Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
