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Ja-Ela Weather in April

With daytime temperatures of 33°C (91°F) and nighttime lows of 26°C (79°F), April in Ja-Ela brings very high temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that April is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in Ja-Ela in April

As part of the rainy season, Ja-Ela sees around 13 days of rain in April, with an average of 199 mm (7.8 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.

Temperature in Ja-Ela in April

April in Ja-Ela brings very high temperatures, with highs of 33°C (91°F) and nights around 26°C (79°F). The hottest part of the day is usually in the afternoon, so lighter clothing can help you stay comfortable. Nights stay warm at around 26°C (79°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.

Sunshine in Ja-Ela in April

The month enjoys around 234 hours of sunshine. The wet weather tends to wait until afternoon or evening to arrive, leaving the first half of most days dry and sunny.

Wind Speed in Ja-Ela in April

Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during April. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.

Average water temperature in April

The water is 28°C (82°F) this month, warm enough that getting in requires no effort at all. Good conditions for swimming, snorkeling, or just floating around.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Ja-Ela. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Ja-Ela Temperature in April

Min Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Max Temperature
33°C (91°F)
Water Temperature
28°C (82°F) *
Chance of Rain
45%
Precipitation
199 mm (7.8 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
72% *
Windspeed
1 m/s (2 knots) *
Sunshine
234 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (20 KM, 12 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Ja-Ela in April

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in April. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. With water temperatures around 28°C (82°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Ja-Ela in April

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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