Pottuvil Climate by Month
Pottuvil maintains a fairly consistent very warm average temperature.
It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average day and night temperature
The temperature in Pottuvil remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in June to a comfortable 29°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
Pottuvil has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1364 mm of rainfall annually. The climate in Pottuvil shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in December, with an average of 293 mm of precipitation over 12 rainy days. In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 26 mm of rainfall over 7 rainy days.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
Pottuvil offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between March (8.3 hours daily) and November (6.4 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Pottuvil.
Relative humidity over the year
The best time of year to visit Pottuvil in Sri Lanka
The best time to visit is during the drier months: May, June, July, August and September.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January, October, November and December.
June 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 29°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 293 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 26 mm of precipitation.
March is the sunniest month with an average of 250 hours of sunshine.
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