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Pinnawala weather in May (Kegalle District, Sri Lanka)

How does the weather in Pinnawala usually fare in May? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The month of May in Pinnawala typically brings very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 31°C. But by evening, they drop to around 24°C. These are average temperatures, but there can be hotter days. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Pinnawala in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 177 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 12 days of rain.

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.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Pinnawala, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 177 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
SunshineSunshine 103 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (44 KM, 27 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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