ClimateForecastMayJune >>

Boralesgamuwa weather in May (Colombo District, Sri Lanka)

What does the weather outlook for Boralesgamuwa look like in May? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

During May, Boralesgamuwa usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 31°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 26°C. With these average temperatures, expect occasional spikes in warmth. Wear light fabrics and stay cool by hydrating regularly.

Precipitation

Boralesgamuwa in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 297 mm for the month. Expect around 14 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With around 202 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Boralesgamuwa. January and February 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 Boralesgamuwa climate page with graphs.

 

Boralesgamuwa, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 297 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 202 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (7 KM, 4 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.

Map not visible? Whoops sorry! Please refresh the page.
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 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. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Boralesgamuwa.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Sri Lanka? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Sri Lanka. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.