Sigiriya

Anuradhapura District Weather in December

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

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Anuradhapura Sigiriya Habarana Mihintale

Considering a trip to Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Anuradhapura District in December

Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. December in Anuradhapura District generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Sigiriya. On average, December is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in Sigiriya.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Pahala Maragahawewa with an average of 152 mm (6 in) to heavy rainfall in Sigiriya with 202 mm (8 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 December

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 December for some of the most popular destinations in Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka?

Temperature range in Anuradhapura District (December)

Precipitation variation in Anuradhapura District (December)

Sigiriya

In December Sigiriya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
245 mm (9.6 in)
202 mm (8 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
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Anuradhapura

In December Anuradhapura generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
240 mm (9.4 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
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Habarana

In December Habarana generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
238 mm (9.4 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Habarana →

Mihintale

In December Mihintale generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
241 mm (9.5 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Mihintale →

Habawewa

In December Habawewa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
245 mm (9.6 in)
153 mm (6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Anuradhapura 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Sigiriya 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 202 mm (8 in)
Habarana 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 194 mm (7.6 in)
Mihintale 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 169 mm (6.7 in)
Habawewa 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Attikulama 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)

Anuradhapura District weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka brings unpleasant weather. In Sigiriya, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 22°C (72°F).

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

Average temperatures in Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka during December range from a nighttime low near 22°C (72°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Sigiriya.

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

Yes. December brings heavy rainfall to Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka, with Sigiriya averaging around 202 mm (8 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka with often unpleasant weather in Sigiriya.

Generally speaking, January provides pleasant weather in Sigiriya. On the other hand, the weather in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to be poor.

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