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Ratnapura weather in December (Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka)

How does the weather in Ratnapura usually fare in December? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Ratnapura includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 29°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 21°C.

Precipitation

Ratnapura in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 427 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 11 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

With approximately 218 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Ratnapura. January and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, 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 Ratnapura climate page with graphs.

 

Ratnapura, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 36%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 427 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 73%  
SunshineSunshine 218 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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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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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