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Palatupana Climate by Month

Palatupana has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. It also experiences much rainfall throughout the year. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Palatupana temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 32°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 29°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 24°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Palatupana experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1182 mm of precipitation annually. Palatupana can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 261 mm of precipitation over 14 rainy days. In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 19 mm of rainfall, spread across 6 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Palatupana experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 8.3 hours daily sunshine in March, it dips to 6.4 hours in November, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Yala National Park, Sri Lanka (26 KM, 16 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Yala National Park, Sri Lanka (26 KM, 16 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Palatupana in Sri Lanka

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

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Palatupana?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in October, November and December.
  • Which is the hottest month in Palatupana?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Palatupana?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Palatupana?
    November tops the wettest month list with 261 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Palatupana?
    July is the driest month with 19 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Palatupana?
    March is the sunniest month with an average of 250 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Palatupana

    Tue   Dec 03
    34°C | 22°C
    W 11 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Wed   Dec 04
    33°C | 23°C
    NE 11 km/h
    2.4 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of rain

    partly cloudy and chance of rain

    Thu   Dec 05
    33°C | 23°C
    E 11 km/h
    4.5 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain