Kataragama weather in December (Monaragala District, Sri Lanka)

What kind of weather does December bring to Kataragama? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In December, the weather in Kataragama generally includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 30°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 23°C. On average, it features the lowest temperatures of the year but it is still a warm month.

Precipitation

Kataragama in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 201 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 10 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 218 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Kataragama. January, February, March, May, June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Kataragama, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 34%  

Precipitation 201 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 218 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Yala National Park, Sri Lanka (25 KM, 15 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 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

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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