Hatton weather in May (Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Hatton this May? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Hatton generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 28°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 21°C.

Precipitation

Hatton in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 276 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 12 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 202 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Hatton. January, February, March, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, May, 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 Hatton climate page with graphs.

 

Hatton, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 276 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 202 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Ratnapura, Sri Lanka (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in May

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

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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