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Diyatalawa Climate by Month

Diyatalawa has relatively stable weather with warm temperatures. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The temperature in Diyatalawa remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in July to a comfortable 27°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 18°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Diyatalawa has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1848 mm of rainfall annually. The seasons in Diyatalawa, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 327 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 66 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

In Diyatalawa, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.6 hours in March. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. July sees a soft sun for only 2.2 hours.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (46 KM, 28 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (46 KM, 28 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Diyatalawa in Sri Lanka

Diyatalawa has high temperatures year round ranging between 26°C and 30°C.
Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is the rainy season in Diyatalawa?
    Rainy season in Diyatalawa occurs in the months of April, October, November and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Diyatalawa?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Diyatalawa?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 27°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Diyatalawa?
    November tops the wettest month list with 327 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Diyatalawa?
    July is the driest month with 66 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Diyatalawa?
    March is the sunniest month with an average of 198 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Diyatalawa

    Tue   Dec 03
    27°C | 14°C
    NW 4 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Wed   Dec 04
    27°C | 17°C
    E 7 km/h
    1.9 mm
    partly cloudy and rain

    partly cloudy and rain

    Thu   Dec 05
    26°C | 16°C
    E 7 km/h
    4.4 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain