Matara Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Matara’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
Matara enjoys a stable climate with temperatures staying pretty much the same throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in March, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 30°C during cooler months like January. At night, minimum temperatures typically average around 24°C during these months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Matara by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, when the sun's heating is most intense. March, the city’s warmest month, enjoys 270 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 90 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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Matara Temperatures Compared World Wide
Matara’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.
In contrast, in Oslo, Norway, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Beijing, China, experiences more extreme temperature shifts, but still averaging 20°C annually.
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.
Sea vs. Land Temperatures
The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
- Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.
For more detailed information about Matara’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Matara climate page.
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