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Galle District Weather in December

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

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Planning a journey to Galle District, Sri Lanka this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Galle District in December

Galle District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. December in Galle District generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Hikkaduwa. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

To explore the conditions in Galle District, Sri Lanka in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Mihiripenne with an average of 160 mm (6.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Nelluwa with 289 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in December. Hikkaduwa typically receives 220 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Galle District by month

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

January29°C (84°F) February30°C (86°F) March30°C (86°F) April30°C (86°F) May30°C (86°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October29°C (84°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Galle District in December

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

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

Temperature range in Galle District (December)

Precipitation variation in Galle District (December)

Hikkaduwa

In December Hikkaduwa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
220 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
290 mm (11 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Hikkaduwa →

Galle

In December Galle generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
220 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
277 mm (11 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
perfect
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Unawatuna

In December Unawatuna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
220 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
265 mm (10 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Unawatuna →

Weligama

In December Weligama generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
220 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
284 mm (11 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Weligama →

Bentota

In December Bentota generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
220 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
325 mm (13 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hikkaduwa 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)
Galle 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 168 mm (6.6 in)
Unawatuna 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 162 mm (6.4 in)
Weligama 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 183 mm (7.2 in)
Bentota 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 182 mm (7.2 in)
Matara 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 189 mm (7.4 in)

Galle District weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

In December, Galle District, Sri Lanka generally has pleasant weather conditions. Hikkaduwa sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 25°C (77°F).

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

Average temperatures in Galle District, Sri Lanka during December range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Hikkaduwa.

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Hikkaduwa records an average of 171 mm (6.7 in) in December, putting it among the wetter months for Galle District, Sri Lanka.

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Hikkaduwa, December might be a good time to visit Galle District, Sri Lanka. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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

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