Madihe West Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Madihe West’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
The climate in Madihe West remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a very warm 32°C in March. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 30°C. At night, minimum temperatures can drop even lower, averaging around 24°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Madihe West by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest. March, the city’s warmest month receives 270 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 94 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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Madihe West Temperatures Compared World Wide
Madihe West’s average annual maximum temperature is 30°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.
In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Meanwhile, New York City, USA, experiences a more pronounced seasonal variation with an average annual temperature of 17°C.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°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 Madihe West’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Madihe West climate page.
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