Pottuvil weather in December (Sri Lanka)

How is the weather in Pottuvil in December? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In December, Pottuvil generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 29°C. But by evening, they drop to around 25°C.

Pottuvil in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 293 mm for the month. This month marks the year's heaviest rainfall, with frequent intense rainshowers. It's advisable to be prepared with appropriate rain gear to stay dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 12 days of the month will see rainfall.

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

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Pottuvil. June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Pottuvil, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 293 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 218 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Yala National Park, Sri Lanka (54 KM, 33 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in December

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Weather conditions Weather

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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 Pottuvil 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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