Minneriya, Sri Lanka - Weather and Climate
Minneriya, Polonnaruwa District, Sri Lanka maintains a fairly consistent very warm average temperature.
It is also known for its heavy rainfall.
Let’s explore the climate details to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Minneriya remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 36°C in April to a comfortable 30°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 22°C during the colder months.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Minneriya is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1184 mm. The climate in Minneriya shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in November, with an average of 244 mm of precipitation over 15 rainy days.
In contrast, June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 23 mm of rainfall over 7 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Minneriya Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Minneriya offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between March (9.1 hours daily) and November (5.6 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Minneriya.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 80%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 59%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Forecast for Minneriya
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Minneriya in Sri Lanka
Other facts from our historical weather data:Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in October, November and December.
April has an average maximum temperature of 36°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 244 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 23 mm of precipitation.
March is the sunniest month with an average of 273 hours of sunshine.
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