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Kurunegala weather in December (Kurunegala District, Sri Lanka)

Is Kurunegala a good destination in December, weather-wise? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

During December, Kurunegala usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 30°C, while night temperatures can drop to 22°C. While the temperatures are lower than usual, the month maintains its warmth throughout.

Precipitation

Kurunegala in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 170 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 11 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 143 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures January and February generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kurunegala, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 170 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 85% *  
SunshineSunshine 143 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (56 KM, 35 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.

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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
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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