Rakwana weather in December (Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka)

Can you expect sunny skies in Rakwana in December? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In December, Rakwana typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 29°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 21°C. Note that these temperatures are average, but some days may be hotter. Dress in cool, breathable fabrics to stay comfortable in the heat.

Precipitation

Rakwana in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 352 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 11 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 218 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

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

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

 

Rakwana, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 352 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Sunshine 218 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Ratnapura, Sri Lanka (32 KM, 20 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in December

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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 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

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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