Hikkaduwa Climate by Month

With a tropical rainforest climate the weather in Hikkaduwa is characterized by high humidity and many rainy days. Large temperature fluctuations rarely occur and the daytime temperature is around 30°C throughout the year. The night temperature is on average a few degrees lower. There can be tropical storms and hurricanes and the sea temperature is pleasant throughout the year.

The driest months are January until March and we recommend visiting Hikkaduwa in this period.

The graphs below provide an overview of the climate in Hikkaduwa (Galle District), Sri Lanka. They present long-term patterns and averages of weather conditions over a 30-year period.

The best time of year to visit Hikkaduwa in Sri Lanka

Hikkaduwa has high temperatures year round ranging between 28°C and 30°C.
Other facts from our historical weather data:

Which is the hottest month in Hikkaduwa?
April has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the hottest month of the year.

Which is the coolest month in Hikkaduwa?
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.

Which is the wettest month in Hikkaduwa?
May tops the wettest month list with 315 mm of rainfall.

Which is the driest month in Hikkaduwa?
February is the driest month with 72 mm of precipitation.

Which is the sunniest month in Hikkaduwa?
March is the sunniest month with an average of 270 hours of sunshine.

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