Kitulgala weather in December (Kegalle District, Sri Lanka)

What kind of weather does December bring to Kitulgala? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In December, Kitulgala tends to experience high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 28°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 20°C.

Precipitation

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, you can expect around 12 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With around 218 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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 and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 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

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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