Pussellawa weather in May (Kandy District, Sri Lanka)

How is the weather in Pussellawa in May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Pussellawa generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 28°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 21°C.

Pussellawa in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 209 mm for the month. Typically around 12 days of rainfall is expected.

The area enjoys a balanced 103 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures January, February, March, June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Pussellawa, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 209 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 87% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 103 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in May

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka in May and which places have the best weather 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 Pussellawa in May?

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 May.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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