Moratuwa Climate by Month
Moratuwa maintains a fairly consistent very warm average temperature.
It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
The climate in Moratuwa remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in March to a comfortable 30°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 24°C in January.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Moratuwa is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2712 mm. The seasons in Moratuwa, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 357 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 82 mm over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.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
Moratuwa enjoys sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 9.2 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. September, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.3 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year in Moratuwa ranges from 26°C in August to 28°C in January.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Moratuwa.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year in Moratuwa ranges from 1°C in February to 2°C in January.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
The best time of year to visit Moratuwa in Sri Lanka
Moratuwa has high temperatures year round ranging between 29°C and 32°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
March has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 357 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 82 mm of precipitation.
March is the sunniest month with an average of 276 hours of sunshine.
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