Kalpitiya Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Kalpitiya’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Sri Lanka.
Monthly Temperature Averages
In Kalpitiya temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in March to a comfortable 30°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 24°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Kalpitiya by month:
Typically, the coolest time of day is between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest time occurs around 3 PM, when the sun’s heating effect is strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 51 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 4 days.
Annual Temperatures in Sri Lanka Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Sri Lanka. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Kalpitiya Temperatures Compared World Wide
Kalpitiya’s average annual maximum temperature is 31°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, stands out with its warm Mediterranean climate and an average annual temperature of 23°C.
Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Boston, USA, experiences seasonal shifts similar to New York, with an average annual temperature of 16°C.
Perth, Australia, experiences a Mediterranean climate, with a pleasant average temperature of 25°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Kalpitiya’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Kalpitiya climate page.
Current temperature in Kalpitiya
