Balapitiya Climate by Month
Balapitiya has pretty similar weather over the course of the year.
It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average day and night temperature
With minimal seasonal shifts, Balapitiya experiences a constant climate year-round. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in April to a comfortable 29°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 25°C in January.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Balapitiya has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2750 mm of rainfall per year. The seasons in Balapitiya, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, May, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 339 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 74 mm over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.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
Balapitiya enjoys sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 9.0 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. September, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.0 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (31 KM, 19 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (31 KM, 19 Miles).
The best time of year to visit Balapitiya in Sri Lanka
Balapitiya has high temperatures year round ranging between 28°C and 30°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
April has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.
May tops the wettest month list with 339 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 74 mm of precipitation.
March is the sunniest month with an average of 270 hours of sunshine.
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