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Badulla weather in May (Badulla District, Sri Lanka)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Badulla this May? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Badulla includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 31°C. But by evening, they drop to around 22°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.

Precipitation

Badulla in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 143 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 11 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 103 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March typically offers the best circumstances. While October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Badulla climate page with graphs.

 

Badulla, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 36%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 143 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
SunshineSunshine 103 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in May

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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