Climate and Weather of Matara District, Sri Lanka

In Sri Lanka you have several regions, one of which is called Matara District. The most popular city in this region is Mirissa, whose climate data we'll examine to provide you with an overview of what weather to expect in Matara District. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

High temperatures are a constant in Matara District, especially in Mirissa, with average maximums staying above 29°C all year long.

Note that the warmest month in Matara District is normally March, with the temperature reaching 31°C, while January has the coolest maximum daytime temperatures, reaching 29°C.

The peak of the heat usually falls in February, March and April.

When it comes to rainfall, Matara District sees significant variations throughout the year. November tends to be the wettest, receiving 282 mm of rain, while February is much drier with just 75 mm. Travelers should note that the rainy season falls during May, June, September, October and November, bringing substantial precipitation ranging from 209 mm to 282 mm monthly.

For those seeking sunshine, March usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

Interested in the detailed Weather and Climate of Matara District, Sri Lanka?

Please select a city below the map you wish to travel to, or the one closest to your destination. Each selected city will show you the following graphs:
1. Average minimum and maximum temperature over the year
2. Average monthly precipitation over the year (rainfall, snow)
3. Average monthly hours of sunshine over the year
On certain pages we also offer other historical climate data like humidity wind speed and water temperature.