Kalutara District Weather in May

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

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Bentota Beruwala Kalutara Aluthgama

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

What to Expect in Kalutara District in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Bentota. 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.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Panadura with an average of 311 mm (12 in) to heavy rainfall in Beruwala with 347 mm (14 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Bentota typically receives 200 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Kalutara District by month

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

January30°C (86°F) February30°C (86°F) March31°C (88°F) April31°C (88°F) May30°C (86°F) June30°C (86°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 Kalutara District in May

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 May for some of the most popular destinations in Kalutara District, Sri Lanka?

Temperature range in Kalutara District (May)

Precipitation variation in Kalutara District (May)

Bentota

In May Bentota generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
200 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
202 mm (8 in)
347 mm (14 in)
344 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Bentota →

Beruwala

In May Beruwala generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
202 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
205 mm (8.1 in)
347 mm (14 in)
347 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Beruwala →

Kalutara

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
202 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
211 mm (8.3 in)
333 mm (13 in)
331 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Kalutara →

Aluthgama

In May Aluthgama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
200 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
203 mm (8 in)
347 mm (14 in)
345 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Aluthgama →

Wadduwa

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
202 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
213 mm (8.4 in)
320 mm (13 in)
313 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Wadduwa →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bentota 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 347 mm (14 in)
Beruwala 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 347 mm (14 in)
Kalutara 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 333 mm (13 in)
Aluthgama 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 347 mm (14 in)
Wadduwa 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 320 mm (13 in)
Induruwa 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 344 mm (14 in)

Kalutara District weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Kalutara District, Sri Lanka brings less favorable weather. In Bentota, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 26°C (79°F).

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

Average temperatures in Kalutara District, Sri Lanka during May range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Bentota.

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

Rainfall in Kalutara District, Sri Lanka peaks during May. Bentota averages roughly 347 mm (14 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

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

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Kalutara District, Sri Lanka due to the typically less favorable weather in Bentota.

Generally speaking, January, February, March and December provide good weather in Bentota. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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