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Bandaramulla weather in May (Matara District, Sri Lanka)

Curious about the climate in Bandaramulla this May? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

In May, Bandaramulla typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 31°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 26°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

Bandaramulla in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 246 mm for the month. Typically around 11 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 200 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Bandaramulla. January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, September, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Bandaramulla, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 246 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
SunshineSunshine 200 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (30 KM, 18 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
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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