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Batticaloa weather in December (Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka)

Interested in knowing the climate of Batticaloa in December? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Batticaloa includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 29°C, while night temperatures can drop to 25°C.

Precipitation

Batticaloa in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 307 mm for the month. The month is marked by heavy rainfall, often coming down in intense bursts. Make sure to have a poncho to stay dry. Past climate data indicates that roughly 14 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 171 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

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

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

 

Batticaloa, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 45%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 307 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 83%  
SunshineSunshine 171 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Sri Lanka in December

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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