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Kataragama weather in May (Monaragala District, Sri Lanka)

What should you pack for a trip to Kataragama in May? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Kataragama includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 33°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 26°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.

Precipitation

Kataragama in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. This month experiences about 8 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 236 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, May, June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kataragama, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 28%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 80 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 236 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Yala National Park, Sri Lanka (25 KM, 15 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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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