Batticaloa weather in December (Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka)

Curious about the December weather in Batticaloa? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In December, Batticaloa typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 29°C, while night temperatures can drop to 25°C.

Batticaloa in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 307 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 14 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 171 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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 Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 45%  

Precipitation 307 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 83%  

Sunshine 171 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Sri Lanka in December

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 Batticaloa 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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