Ella weather in May (Badulla District, Sri Lanka)

How is the weather in Ella in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Ella generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 31°C, while nights can cool down to about 22°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Ella in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 133 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 11 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 103 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures February generally stands out with the best circumstances. While October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ella, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 133 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 87% *  

Sunshine 103 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (45 KM, 28 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in May

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka in May and which places have the best weather 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 Ella in May?

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 May.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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