Bollegala Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Bollegala has a steady very warm climate throughout the year.
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 maximum day and minimum night temperature
With minimal seasonal shifts, Bollegala experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in March to a very warm 30°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 23°C during the colder months.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Bollegala has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2654 mm of rainfall per year. The climate in Bollegala shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in October, with an average of 362 mm of precipitation over 16 rainy days.
In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 72 mm of rainfall over 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Bollegala Precipitation page.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
Bollegala offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between March (9.2 hours daily) and September (6.3 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 26°C in August to 28°C in January.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Bollegala.
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
Average wind speed
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s to 2 m/s. It is lower in February, March, April, October, November and December and higher in January, May, June, July, August and September.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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2 m/s
3 m/s
2 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Bollegala in Sri Lanka
Bollegala has high temperatures year round ranging between 30°C and 33°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
March has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 362 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 72 mm of precipitation.
March is the sunniest month with an average of 276 hours of sunshine.
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