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Ja-Ela weather in December (Gampaha District, Sri Lanka)

Will it be warm or cold in Ja-Ela this December? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Ja-Ela includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 31°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 24°C. The average temperatures are warm, but some days will be hotter. Make sure to dress in light, breathable clothing and drink plenty of water.

Precipitation

Ja-Ela in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 168 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 10 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 217 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

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

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

 

Ja-Ela, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 168 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 217 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in December

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. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

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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