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Anuradhapura District Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka in April.

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Anuradhapura Sigiriya Habarana Mihintale

Planning a trip to Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka this April? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Anuradhapura District in April

Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. April in Anuradhapura District generally has very warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 35°C (95°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Sigiriya. In Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka, April typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

For specific regional insights in Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Habarana with an average of 104 mm (4.1 in) to high rainfall in Pahala Maragahawewa with 134 mm (5.3 in).

Explore Anuradhapura District by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Anuradhapura District — and find the best time to visit. (based on Anuradhapura)

January30°C (86°F) February32°C (90°F) March35°C (95°F) April35°C (95°F) May34°C (93°F) June34°C (93°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August34°C (93°F) September34°C (93°F) October33°C (91°F) November31°C (88°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Anuradhapura District in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Anuradhapura District.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Anuradhapura District

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka?

Temperature range in Anuradhapura District (April)

Precipitation variation in Anuradhapura District (April)

Sigiriya

In April Sigiriya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
tolerable
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Anuradhapura

In April Anuradhapura generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
127 mm (5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
tolerable
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Habarana

In April Habarana generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
unpleasant
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Mihintale

In April Mihintale generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
tolerable
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Habawewa

In April Habawewa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Anuradhapura District in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Anuradhapura 35°C (95°F) 25°C (77°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Sigiriya 35°C (95°F) 24°C (75°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Habarana 35°C (95°F) 25°C (77°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Mihintale 35°C (95°F) 25°C (77°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Habawewa 34°C (93°F) 26°C (79°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)
Attikulama 35°C (95°F) 25°C (77°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)

Anuradhapura District weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka in April?

Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka typically experiences poor weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Sigiriya average around 35°C (95°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka in April?

Daytime temperatures in Sigiriya peak at roughly 35°C (95°F) in April, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

Does Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka get a lot of rain in April?

Yes, April tends to be a wetter month in Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka. Average rainfall in Sigiriya sits around 113 mm (4.4 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Sigiriya, April may not be the ideal time to visit Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January offering mostly pleasant weather in Sigiriya. The weather in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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