Gampaha District Weather in April

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

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Negombo Katunayaka Ja-Ela Seeduwa

Are you planning a trip a to Gampaha District, Sri Lanka in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Gampaha District in April

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

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Negombo. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

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

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Negombo with an average of 192 mm (7.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Kapugoda with 275 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Negombo enjoys approximately 234 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Gampaha District by month

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

January31°C (88°F) February32°C (90°F) March33°C (91°F) April32°C (90°F) May31°C (88°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November30°C (86°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Gampaha District in April

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

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

Temperature range in Gampaha District (April)

Precipitation variation in Gampaha District (April)

Negombo

In April Negombo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
234 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
192 mm (7.6 in)
266 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Negombo →

Katunayaka

In April Katunayaka generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
234 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
268 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Katunayaka →

Ja-Ela

In April Ja-Ela generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
234 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
199 mm (7.8 in)
275 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Ja-Ela →

Seeduwa

In April Seeduwa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
234 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
271 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Seeduwa →

Gampaha

In April Gampaha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
234 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
267 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Gampaha →

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Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Negombo 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 192 mm (7.6 in)
Katunayaka 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 196 mm (7.7 in)
Ja-Ela 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 199 mm (7.8 in)
Seeduwa 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 197 mm (7.8 in)
Gampaha 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 208 mm (8.2 in)
Uswetakeiyawa 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 198 mm (7.8 in)

Gampaha District weather in April: frequently asked questions

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

Gampaha District, Sri Lanka typically experiences poor weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Negombo average around 32°C (90°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

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

In Negombo, the average daytime high in April is 32°C (90°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 26°C (79°F).

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

Yes. April brings heavy rainfall to Gampaha District, Sri Lanka, with Negombo averaging around 192 mm (7.6 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to Gampaha District, Sri Lanka with often unpleasant weather in Negombo.

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

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