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Bentota weather in May (Galle District, Sri Lanka)

Will it be warm or cold in Bentota this May? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Bentota generally includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 26°C. These are average temperatures, but there can be hotter days. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Bentota in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 347 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 13 days will experience rainfall.

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 Bentota. January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, May, June, July, August, 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 Bentota climate page with graphs.

 

Bentota, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 347 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
SunshineSunshine 200 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (47 KM, 29 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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