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Mahiyangana weather in May (Sri Lanka)

Curious about the climate in Mahiyangana this May? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

May in Mahiyangana generally includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 34°C. But by evening, they drop to around 24°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

Mahiyangana in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 100 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 10 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 103 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February typically offers the best circumstances. While October tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Mahiyangana, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 34°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 100 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
SunshineSunshine 103 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (29 KM, 18 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
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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