Pattiyamulla Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Pattiyamulla’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
Year-round, Pattiyamulla experiences a consistently comfortable climate. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C in March to a comfortable 26°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 18°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Pattiyamulla by month:
The coldest temperatures are usually recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest temperatures occur near 3 PM, at the peak of the sun's warmth. March, the city’s warmest month, receives 198 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 118 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 6 days. It records 166 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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Pattiyamulla Temperatures Compared World Wide
Pattiyamulla’s average annual maximum temperature is 28°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.
Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual temperature is 18°C, featuring distinct seasons.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Pattiyamulla, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 75% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 26°C. In the warmest month, March, the humidity is 65% combined with an average maximum temperature of 30°C, which creates a high-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
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 Pattiyamulla’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Pattiyamulla climate page.
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