Elpitiya Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The weather in Elpitiya is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year.
It also experiences much rainfall throughout the year.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
With minimal seasonal shifts, Elpitiya experiences a constant climate year-round. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C in March. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 29°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 23°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Elpitiya has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2871 mm of rainfall per year. Elpitiya can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 343 mm of precipitation over 14 rainy days. In contrast February, experiences much drier conditions, with 101 mm of rainfall, spread across 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Elpitiya 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
Elpitiya experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 9.0 hours daily sunshine in March, it dips to 6.0 hours in September, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Elpitiya in Sri Lanka
Elpitiya has high temperatures year round ranging between 29°C and 31°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
March 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.
November tops the wettest month list with 343 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 101 mm of precipitation.
March is the sunniest month with an average of 270 hours of sunshine.
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