Nuwara Eliya

Horton Plains National Park Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka in December.

Planning a getaway to Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka this December 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 Horton Plains National Park in December

Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. December in Horton Plains National Park generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 25°C (77°F) and nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) in Nuwara Eliya. During this period, Nuwara Eliya experiences its coolest temperatures annually.

To explore the conditions in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Nuwara Eliya with an average of 229 mm (9 in) to heavy rainfall in Ohiya with 269 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Nuwara Eliya gets around 143 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Horton Plains National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Horton Plains National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Nuwara Eliya)

Best Places to Visit in Horton Plains National Park in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Horton Plains National Park.

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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 Horton Plains National Park

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka?

Temperature range in Horton Plains National Park (December)

Precipitation variation in Horton Plains National Park (December)

Nuwara Eliya

In December Nuwara Eliya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
143 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
298 mm (12 in)
229 mm (9 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Ohiya

In December Ohiya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
143 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
377 mm (15 in)
269 mm (11 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
7 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Horton Plains National Park in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nuwara Eliya 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 229 mm (9 in)
Ohiya 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 269 mm (11 in)

Horton Plains National Park weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka in December?

Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka typically experiences unpleasant weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Nuwara Eliya average around 25°C (77°F), and temperatures drop to about 18°C (64°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka in December?

Nuwara Eliya averages a daytime maximum of 25°C (77°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 18°C (64°F).

Does Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka get a lot of rain in December?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Nuwara Eliya records an average of 229 mm (9 in) in December, putting it among the wetter months for Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka due to the typically unpleasant weather in Nuwara Eliya.

On average, the best time to visit Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka is in March with generally perfect weather in Nuwara Eliya. On the other hand, the months of October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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