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Adams Peak Climate by Month

The weather in Adams Peak is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Adams Peak temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C in March to a comfortable 27°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 19°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Adams Peak experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 4423 mm of precipitation annually. The seasons in Adams Peak, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 647 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 241 mm over 12 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Adams Peak enjoys sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 9.2 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. September, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.3 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Ratnapura, Sri Lanka (17 KM, 10 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Ratnapura, Sri Lanka (17 KM, 10 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Adams Peak in Sri Lanka

Adams Peak has high temperatures year round ranging between 27°C and 29°C.
The average rainfall figures in Adams Peak are quite high. Throughout the year, you have a chance of prolonged precipitation. So no matter what time of year you go, you will always have to deal with a high number of rainy days. This makes it more challenging to point out the best time of year to visit. If we needed to pick one month we would choose March which is the sunniest month of the year.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Adams Peak?
    March has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Adams Peak?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 27°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Adams Peak?
    November tops the wettest month list with 647 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Adams Peak?
    August is the driest month with 241 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Adams Peak?
    March is the sunniest month with an average of 276 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Adams Peak

    Mon   Dec 16
    26°C | 19°C
    NE 4 km/h
    34 mm
    overcast and thunder

    overcast and thunder

    Tue   Dec 17
    28°C | 19°C
    NW 11 km/h
    2.7 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Wed   Dec 18
    26°C | 19°C
    W 11 km/h
    0.9 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain