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Kiralawelkatuwa weather in May (Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka)

How does the weather in Kiralawelkatuwa usually fare in May? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, Kiralawelkatuwa usually has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 32°C. At night, they generally drop to 25°C. Although these are the average temperatures, expect warmer days occasionally. Wear cool clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Kiralawelkatuwa in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 124 mm for the month. You can typically expect 10 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

With approximately 240 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February, March, June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, 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 Kiralawelkatuwa climate page with graphs.

 

Kiralawelkatuwa, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 124 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 240 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Hambantota, Sri Lanka (36 KM, 22 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
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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