Pottuvil weather in May (Sri Lanka)

Will it be warm or cold in Pottuvil this May? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Pottuvil includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 33°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 27°C. The average temperatures are warm, but some days will be hotter. Make sure to dress in light, breathable clothing and drink plenty of water.

Precipitation

Pottuvil in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 55 mm for the month. You can typically expect 8 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 236 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Pottuvil, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 27°C  

Max Temperature 33°C  

Chance of Rain 26%  

Precipitation 55 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 236 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

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

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Pottuvil.

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