Matale weather in December (Matale District, Sri Lanka)

Planning a trip to Matale in December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Matale typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 28°C, while night temperatures can drop to 21°C. On average, it features the lowest temperatures of the year but it is still a warm month.

Matale in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 220 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 13 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 143 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 and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Matale, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 220 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 85% *  

Sunshine 143 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in December

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka in December and which places have the best weather 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 Matale in December?

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 in December.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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