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Madulkele weather in May (Kandy District, Sri Lanka)

How does the weather in Madulkele usually fare in May? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Madulkele includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 31°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 22°C. Keep in mind that temperatures can exceed these averages. Dress for the heat and stay hydrated, especially during peak sun hours.

Precipitation

Madulkele in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 113 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 11 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 103 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February, March, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, November tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Madulkele, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 36%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 113 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
SunshineSunshine 103 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (25 KM, 16 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
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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