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Karagampitiya Climate by Month

Karagampitiya maintains a fairly consistent very warm average temperature. It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The temperature in Karagampitiya remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in March to a comfortable 30°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 24°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Karagampitiya has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2641 mm of rainfall annually. The climate in Karagampitiya shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in October, with an average of 355 mm of precipitation over 16 rainy days.

In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 75 mm of rainfall over 5 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Karagampitiya offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between March (9.2 hours daily) and September (6.3 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (5 KM, 3 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (5 KM, 3 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Karagampitiya ranges from 26°C in August to 28°C in January.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (5 KM, 3 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Karagampitiya in Sri Lanka

Karagampitiya has high temperatures year round ranging between 29°C and 32°C.
Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Karagampitiya?
    March has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Karagampitiya?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Karagampitiya?
    October tops the wettest month list with 355 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Karagampitiya?
    January is the driest month with 75 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Karagampitiya?
    March is the sunniest month with an average of 276 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Karagampitiya

    Thu   Dec 12
    29°C | 25°C
    NW 22 km/h
    6.5 mm
    partly cloudy and rain

    partly cloudy and rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    30°C | 24°C
    W 11 km/h
    2.7 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and chance of slight rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    31°C | 24°C
    NW 18 km/h
    2.8 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder