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Embilipitiya Climate by Month

Embilipitiya maintains a fairly consistent very warm average temperature. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The temperature in Embilipitiya remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in March, the warmest time of the year, to a very warm 30°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around 21°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Embilipitiya has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1607 mm of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, November receives heavy rainfall, averaging 308 mm of precipitation, recorded across 14 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 57 mm over 8 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

While the amount of sunshine in Embilipitiya varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 8.3 hours of daily sun in March, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in November, with about 6.4 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Hambantota, Sri Lanka (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Hambantota, Sri Lanka (39 KM, 24 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Embilipitiya in Sri Lanka

Embilipitiya has high temperatures year round ranging between 30°C and 33°C.
Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Embilipitiya?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in April, October, November and December.
  • Which is the hottest month in Embilipitiya?
    March has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Embilipitiya?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Embilipitiya?
    November tops the wettest month list with 308 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Embilipitiya?
    July is the driest month with 57 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Embilipitiya?
    March is the sunniest month with an average of 250 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Embilipitiya

    Tue   Dec 03
    35°C | 22°C
    W 11 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Wed   Dec 04
    33°C | 23°C
    E 11 km/h
    1.5 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of rain

    broken clouds and chance of rain

    Thu   Dec 05
    32°C | 23°C
    E 7 km/h
    13 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder