Gandarawatta weather in December (Matara District, Sri Lanka)

What can you expect from the weather in Gandarawatta during December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Gandarawatta typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 25°C.

While these temperatures are typical, some days might be even hotter. Always be prepared for the unexpected spikes in warmth. Dressing in lightweight and breathable outfits will help you stay cool. Don't forget to stay hydrated and wear sun protection to handle the heat better.

Gandarawatta in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 184 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 10 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 220 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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

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

 

Gandarawatta, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 32%  

Precipitation 184 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Sunshine 220 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (44 KM, 27 Miles).

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Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Gandarawatta in December?

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 December.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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