Kalutara District Weather in December

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

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Bentota Beruwala Kalutara Aluthgama

Considering a trip to Kalutara District, Sri Lanka this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Kalutara District in December

Kalutara District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. December in Kalutara 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 Bentota. 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 Kalutara District, Sri Lanka, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Induruwa with an average of 180 mm (7.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Halwala with 208 mm (8.2 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Bentota sees close to 220 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Kalutara District in December

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

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

Temperature range in Kalutara District (December)

Precipitation variation in Kalutara District (December)

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
Climate in Bentota →

Beruwala

In December Beruwala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°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)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
217 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
334 mm (13 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Beruwala →

Kalutara

In December Kalutara generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°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)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
217 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
347 mm (14 in)
195 mm (7.7 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Kalutara →

Aluthgama

In December Aluthgama 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
29°C (84°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
327 mm (13 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Aluthgama →

Wadduwa

In December Wadduwa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°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)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
217 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
352 mm (14 in)
199 mm (7.8 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
10 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Wadduwa →

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

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bentota 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 182 mm (7.2 in)
Beruwala 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 187 mm (7.4 in)
Kalutara 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 195 mm (7.7 in)
Aluthgama 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 183 mm (7.2 in)
Wadduwa 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 199 mm (7.8 in)
Induruwa 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 180 mm (7.1 in)

Kalutara District weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in Kalutara District, Sri Lanka brings tolerable weather. In Bentota, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

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

In Bentota, the average daytime high in December is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Bentota records an average of 182 mm (7.2 in) in December, putting it among the wetter months for Kalutara District, Sri Lanka.

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

We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to Kalutara District, Sri Lanka. Typically, the climate in Bentota is tolerable. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March and December offering mostly tolerable weather in Bentota. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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