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Kotadeniyawa weather in May (Sri Lanka)

How does the weather in Kotadeniyawa usually fare in May? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

During May, Kotadeniyawa usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 32°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 26°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Precipitation

Kotadeniyawa in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 233 mm for the month. On average, there are about 12 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

With approximately 202 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Kotadeniyawa. January typically offers the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kotadeniyawa, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 41%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 233 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
SunshineSunshine 202 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (47 KM, 29 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
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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