Kataragama weather in December (Monaragala District, Sri Lanka)

What can you expect from the weather in Kataragama during December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Kataragama generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 23°C. On average, it features the lowest temperatures of the year but it is still a warm month.

Kataragama in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 201 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 10 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 218 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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 TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 201 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 218 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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 in December and which places have the best weather 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 Kataragama in December?

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 in December.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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