Kitulgala weather in December (Kegalle District, Sri Lanka)

What can you expect from the weather in Kitulgala during December? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In December, Kitulgala typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 28°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 20°C.

Kitulgala in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 393 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 12 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 218 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Kitulgala. January typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kitulgala, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 393 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Sunshine 218 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Ratnapura, Sri Lanka (34 KM, 21 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.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

Map not visible? Whoops sorry! Please refresh the page.

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 Kitulgala 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?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Kitulgala.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Sri Lanka? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Sri Lanka. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.