Anuradhapura District weather in May
Planning a getaway to Anuradhapura District this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Anuradhapura District in May?
Anuradhapura District is a region in Sri Lanka. May in Anuradhapura District generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 34°C and nighttime temperatures around 25°C in Sigiriya. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Habarana with an average of 66 mm to moderate rainfall in Pahala Maragahawewa with 98 mm.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Anuradhapura District in May, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Anuradhapura District climate page.
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Average weather in Sigiriya
In May Sigiriya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Anuradhapura
In May Anuradhapura generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Habarana
In May Habarana generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Mihintale
In May Mihintale generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Habawewa
In May Habawewa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Anuradhapura District, in Sri Lanka.
Is May the best time to visit Anuradhapura District?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Sigiriya, May might be a good time to visit Anuradhapura District. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit Anuradhapura District is in January, February and June with generally pleasant weather in Sigiriya. In contrast, April and November tend to have poor weather conditions.
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