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Kirinda weather in May (Hambantota District, Sri Lanka)

What is the weather forecast for Kirinda in May? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Kirinda includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 32°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 26°C. Expect some days to be hotter than these averages. Stay cool by wearing light clothing and drinking plenty of water throughout the day.

Precipitation

Kirinda in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 86 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 8 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 240 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While November tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kirinda, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 86 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 240 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Hambantota, Sri Lanka (24 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. 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
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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