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Ratnapura weather in February (Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka)

Thinking of visiting Ratnapura in February? Check the weather first! See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In February, Ratnapura usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 30°C, cooling off to about 21°C at night. Note that these temperatures are average, but some days may be hotter. Dress in cool, breathable fabrics to stay comfortable in the heat.

Precipitation

Ratnapura in February falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 251 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 5 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 246 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Ratnapura.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February 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 February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 16%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 251 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
HumidityHumidity 69%  
SunshineSunshine 246 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Sri Lanka in February

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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