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Mihintale Climate by Month

Mihintale has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

In Mihintale temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 35°C in April to a comfortable 30°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 22°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Mihintale experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1216 mm of precipitation annually. The climate in Mihintale shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in November, with an average of 241 mm of precipitation over 15 rainy days.

In contrast, June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 39 mm of rainfall over 5 rainy days.

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

The best time of year to visit Mihintale in Sri Lanka

The best time to visit is during the drier months: March, June, July and August.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Mihintale?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in October, November and December.
  • Which is the hottest month in Mihintale?
    April has an average maximum temperature of 35°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Mihintale?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Mihintale?
    November tops the wettest month list with 241 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Mihintale?
    June is the driest month with 39 mm of precipitation.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

    Forecast for Mihintale

    Sun   Dec 15
    30°C | 23°C
    NE 22 km/h
    1.2 mm
    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    28°C | 23°C
    N 18 km/h
    7.4 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    28°C | 22°C
    NW 18 km/h
    0.7 mm
    overcast and slight rain

    overcast and slight rain