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Kuruwita weather in May (Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka)

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

Temperatures

The month of May in Kuruwita typically brings high temperatures and heavy rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 29°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 23°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

Kuruwita in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 330 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 13 days with rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 202 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Kuruwita.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Kuruwita. January typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Kuruwita, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 42%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 330 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 202 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Ratnapura, Sri Lanka (11 KM, 7 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
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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