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Ratnapura Climate by Month

Ratnapura maintains a fairly consistent warm average temperature. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Ratnapura temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in March, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 28°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around 20°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Ratnapura experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 4043 mm of precipitation annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, November receives heavy rainfall, averaging 574 mm of precipitation, recorded across 15 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, March brings less rainfall, with 248 mm over 8 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

While the amount of sunshine in Ratnapura varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 9.2 hours of daily sun in March, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in September, with about 6.3 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Ratnapura in Sri Lanka

Ratnapura has high temperatures year round ranging between 28°C and 30°C.
The average rainfall figures in Ratnapura are quite high. Throughout the year, you have a chance of prolonged precipitation. So no matter what time of year you go, you will always have to deal with a high number of rainy days. This makes it more challenging to point out the best time of year to visit. If we needed to pick one month we would choose March which is the sunniest month of the year.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Ratnapura?
    March has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Ratnapura?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Ratnapura?
    November tops the wettest month list with 574 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Ratnapura?
    March is the driest month with 248 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Ratnapura?
    March is the sunniest month with an average of 276 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Ratnapura

    Thu   Dec 12
    30°C | 23°C
    NW 11 km/h
    6.2 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Fri   Dec 13
    31°C | 23°C
    W 4 km/h
    9.6 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Sat   Dec 14
    31°C | 22°C
    N 4 km/h
    15 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder