Kandy Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Kandy, despite its higher elevation, still has a tropical rainforest climate. Only the average temperatures are a few degrees lower than in the rest of the country. Due to its inland location, the likelihood of tropical storms or hurricanes are small, but it still can happen occasionally.
Monthly Temperature in Kandy
In Kandy temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C (88°F) in March to a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 22°C (72°F) in March to 19°C (66°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Kandy
Kandy experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1969 mm (78 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Kandy bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 322 mm (13 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 99 mm (3.9 in) over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Kandy Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Kandy
In Kandy, 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 per average day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Kandy by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Kandy.
The city experiences its highest humidity in May, reaching 87%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 65%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Kandy
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) in April, October and November to 3 m/s (6 knots) in June, July and August. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Kandy 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Kandy
The warm weather in Kandy maintains temperatures between 27°C (81°F) and 31°C (88°F) year-round. Plan your visit during February for drier days and the best conditions to enjoy being outside.To make the most of your visit, consider exploring early in the morning or during the pleasant late afternoon hours when the temperature is most comfortable.
Be aware that April, October, November and December constitute the rainy season, with significant precipitation. Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
