Nelluwa weather in December (Galle District, Sri Lanka)

How is the weather in Nelluwa in December? This guide provides all the details you need.

In December, Nelluwa generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C, while nights can cool down to about 22°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.

Nelluwa in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 289 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 10 days.

With around 218 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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

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

 

Nelluwa, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 34%  

Precipitation 289 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Sunshine 218 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Ratnapura, Sri Lanka (33 KM, 20 Miles).

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Nelluwa 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

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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