Puttalam Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Puttalam’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 temperature in Puttalam changes very little across the seasons, maintaining a similar climate throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a very warm 33°C in March. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very warm 30°C. At night, expect even cooler temperatures, with lows averaging around 24°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Puttalam 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.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, receives about 50 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 4 days. For more information, please visit our Puttalam Precipitation page.
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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Puttalam Temperatures Compared World Wide
Puttalam’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.
Interlaken, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 8°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.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters.
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 Puttalam’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Puttalam climate page.
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