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Galle weather in April (Galle District, Sri Lanka)

How's the weather trend in Galle as April approaches? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

During April, Galle usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 30°C, cooling down at night to around 26°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and there can be hotter days. Dress appropriately and stay hydrated to remain comfortable.

Precipitation

Galle in April falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 181 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 12 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 230 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January typically offers the best circumstances. While May, June, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Galle, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 181 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
SunshineSunshine 230 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Sri Lanka in April

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
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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