Denipitiya weather in December (Matara District, Sri Lanka)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Denipitiya this December? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In December, the weather in Denipitiya generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 30°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 24°C. Although these are the average temperatures, expect warmer days occasionally. Wear cool clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Denipitiya in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 193 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 10 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 220 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January and February typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Denipitiya, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 32%  

Precipitation 193 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Sunshine 220 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (27 KM, 17 Miles).

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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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.

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

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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