Kottagoda weather in May (Sri Lanka)

How is May weather typically in Kottagoda? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Kottagoda includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 31°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 26°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

Kottagoda in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 211 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 10 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 200 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Kottagoda. January, February and March generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kottagoda, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 34%  

Precipitation 211 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Sunshine 200 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Galle, 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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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

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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