Yala National Park Climate by Month
Yala National Park maintains a fairly consistent very warm average temperature.
It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average day and night temperature
With minimal seasonal shifts, Yala National Park experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in July to a comfortable 29°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 24°C, particularly during the colder months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Yala National Park has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1198 mm of rainfall per year. The climate in Yala National Park shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in November, with an average of 265 mm of precipitation over 14 rainy days. In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 16 mm of rainfall over 7 rainy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Yala National Park offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between March (8.3 hours daily) and November (6.4 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Yala National Park.
Relative humidity over the year
The best time of year to visit Yala National Park in Sri Lanka
The best time to visit is during the drier months: June, July, August and September.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in October, November and December.
Yes, the months of July and August are very dry.
July has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 265 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 16 mm of precipitation.
March is the sunniest month with an average of 250 hours of sunshine.
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