Kandy weather in December (Kandy District, Sri Lanka)
What kind of weather does December bring to Kandy? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.
Temperatures
Typically, December in Kandy includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 27°C, cooling down at night to around 20°C. While the temperatures are lower than usual, the month maintains its warmth throughout.
Precipitation
Kandy in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 220 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 13 days days of rain.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 143 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm February typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, 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 Kandy climate page with graphs.
Kandy, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
20°C
Max Temperature
27°C
Chance of Rain
42%
Precipitation
220 mm
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
85% *
Windspeed
7 km/h *
Sunshine
143 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
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.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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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.
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