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Bentota weather in April (Galle District, Sri Lanka)

Thinking of visiting Bentota in April? Check the weather first! Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In April, Bentota usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 31°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 26°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Bentota in April falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 202 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 12 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 230 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Bentota. January, February and March generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Bentota, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 41%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 202 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
SunshineSunshine 230 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (47 KM, 29 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in April

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
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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