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Katana West weather in May (Sri Lanka)

What's the typical weather in Katana West for May? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Katana West generally includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 31°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 26°C. Note that these temperatures are average, but some days may be hotter. Dress in cool, breathable fabrics to stay comfortable in the heat.

Precipitation

Katana West in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 256 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 202 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Katana West.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Katana West. January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July, August, September, 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 Katana West climate page with graphs.

 

Katana West, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 41%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 256 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
SunshineSunshine 202 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in May

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.

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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