Elpitiya weather in December (Galle District, Sri Lanka)

Is December a good time to explore Elpitiya weather-wise? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Elpitiya includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 30°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 24°C. While these temperatures are averages, expect some days to be hotter. Choose light, airy clothing to handle the warmth effectively.

Precipitation

Elpitiya in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 209 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 10 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 220 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Elpitiya. January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Elpitiya, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 209 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Sunshine 220 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (27 KM, 16 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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