Jaffna weather in May (Jaffna District, Sri Lanka)

Planning a trip to Jaffna in May? This guide provides all the details you need.

In May, Jaffna typically experiences very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 32°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 29°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Jaffna in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 65 mm for the month. Typically around 3 days of rainfall is expected.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Jaffna, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 29°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 8%  

Precipitation 65 mm  

Rainy days 3 days  

Where to go in Sri Lanka in May

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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 Jaffna in May?

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.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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