Kurunegala Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Kurunegala. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Kurunegala has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1959 mm of rainfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)

Kurunegala can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 327 mm of precipitation over 16 rainy days.

In contrast February, experiences much drier conditions, with 66 mm of rainfall, spread across 4 rainy days.

October, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C and receives 119 hours of sunshine. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 33°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Kurunegala Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Sri Lanka

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Sri Lanka. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Kurunegala’s average annual precipitation is 1959 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages [964 mm], with snowy winters and rainy summers.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm, making it wetter than Sydney.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

How is Precipitation Measured?

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

Sea vs. Land Precipitation

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

For more detailed information about Kurunegala’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Kurunegala Climate page.