Hikkaduwa weather in April (Galle District, Sri Lanka)

How's the weather trend in Hikkaduwa as April approaches? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In April, Hikkaduwa tends to experience very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 30°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 26°C. Keep in mind that temperatures can exceed these averages. Dress for the heat and stay hydrated, especially during peak sun hours.

Precipitation

Hikkaduwa in April falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 191 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 12 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 230 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Hikkaduwa, monthly averages in April

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 191 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Sunshine 230 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (15 KM, 9 Miles).

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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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

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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