Hambantota District Weather in April

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

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Tissamaharama Tangalle Kataragama Kirinda

Planning a getaway to Hambantota District, Sri Lanka this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Hambantota District in April

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

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Tangalle. 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 learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Hambantota District, Sri Lanka, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Yala with an average of 114 mm (4.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Tangalle with 178 mm (7 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in April. Tangalle typically receives 240 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Hambantota District by month

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

January30°C (86°F) February31°C (88°F) March33°C (91°F) April32°C (90°F) May33°C (91°F) June33°C (91°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August33°C (91°F) September33°C (91°F) October32°C (90°F) November31°C (88°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Hambantota District in April

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

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

Temperature range in Hambantota District (April)

Precipitation variation in Hambantota District (April)

Tangalle

In April Tangalle generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
240 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
178 mm (7 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
good
Climate in Tangalle →

Tissamaharama

In April Tissamaharama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
240 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
very good
Climate in Tissamaharama →

Kataragama

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

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
240 hours
236 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
very good
Climate in Kataragama →

Kirinda

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

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
240 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
very good
Climate in Kirinda →

Yala

In April Yala generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
240 hours
236 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
very good
Climate in Yala →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Hambantota District, in Sri Lanka.

Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tissamaharama 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Tangalle 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 178 mm (7 in)
Kataragama 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
Kirinda 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Yala 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Palatupana 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 126 mm (5 in)

Hambantota District weather in April: frequently asked questions

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

Hambantota District, Sri Lanka typically experiences mixed weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Tangalle average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Tangalle peak at roughly 31°C (88°F) in April, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

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

Yes. April brings heavy rainfall to Hambantota District, Sri Lanka, with Tangalle averaging around 178 mm (7 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Hambantota District, Sri Lanka with overall good weather in Tangalle. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Hambantota District, Sri Lanka is in January, February and March with generally good weather in Tangalle. On the other hand, the months of October, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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