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Mount Lavinia weather in May (Colombo District, Sri Lanka)

Interested in knowing the climate of Mount Lavinia in May? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Mount Lavinia includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 31°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 26°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and there can be hotter days. Dress appropriately and stay hydrated to remain comfortable.

Precipitation

Mount Lavinia in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 299 mm for the month. Expect around 14 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

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

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Mount Lavinia. January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Mount Lavinia, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 299 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 202 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (7 KM, 4 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. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

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
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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