Bandarawela weather in December (Badulla District, Sri Lanka)

What can you expect from the weather in Bandarawela during December? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In December, Bandarawela generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 26°C, while nights can cool down to about 19°C. On average, it features the lowest temperatures of the year but it is still a warm month.

Bandarawela in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 215 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 13 days.

The city usually sees around 143 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures February generally stands out with 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 Bandarawela climate page with graphs.

 

Bandarawela, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 215 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 85% *  
SunshineSunshine 143 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (44 KM, 27 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in December

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka in December and which places have the best weather 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 Bandarawela in December?

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 in December.

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

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