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Gangodawila Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Gangodawila 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 break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Gangodawila remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in March to a very warm 30°C in January.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 24°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Gangodawila is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2651 mm. The seasons in Gangodawila, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 357 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 75 mm over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Gangodawila Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine over the year

Gangodawila enjoys sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 9.2 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. September, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.3 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (4 KM, 2 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (4 KM, 2 Miles).

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

Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (4 KM, 2 Miles).

Forecast for Gangodawila

Sun   Jan 12
31°C | 24°C
NE 1 m/s
8.9 mm
broken clouds and thunder

broken clouds and thunder

Mon   Jan 13
31°C | 25°C
NE 1 m/s
7.7 mm
broken clouds and thunder

broken clouds and thunder

Tue   Jan 14
30°C | 25°C
NE 1 m/s
9.4 mm
broken clouds and thunder

broken clouds and thunder

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Gangodawila in Sri Lanka

Gangodawila has high temperatures year round ranging between 30°C and 32°C.
Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Gangodawila?
    March has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Gangodawila?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Gangodawila?
    October tops the wettest month list with 357 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Gangodawila?
    January is the driest month with 75 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Gangodawila?
    March is the sunniest month with an average of 276 hours of sunshine.

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