Kosgoda Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Kosgoda’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
With minimal seasonal shifts, Kosgoda experiences a constant climate year-round. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in April to a comfortable 29°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 24°C in January.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Kosgoda by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, coinciding with the sun’s strongest heating effect. April, the city’s warmest month, enjoys 230 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 80 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 5 days. It records 250 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
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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Kosgoda Temperatures Compared World Wide
Kosgoda’s average annual maximum temperature is 30°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.
Interlaken, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 8°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Boston, USA, experiences seasonal shifts similar to New York, with an average annual temperature of 16°C.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°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 Kosgoda’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Kosgoda climate page.
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