Kegalle District Weather in December

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

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Pinnawala Kitulgala Galigamuwa

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

What to Expect in Kegalle District in December

Kegalle District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. December in Kegalle 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 21°C (70°F) in Pinnawala. 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 Kegalle District, Sri Lanka, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Pinnawala with an average of 187 mm (7.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Kitulgala with 393 mm (15 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Pinnawala gets approximately 143 hours of sunlight in December, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Kegalle District by month

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

January30°C (86°F) February32°C (90°F) March34°C (93°F) April32°C (90°F) May31°C (88°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November30°C (86°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kegalle District in December

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

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

Temperature range in Kegalle District (December)

Precipitation variation in Kegalle District (December)

Pinnawala

In December Pinnawala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
143 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
343 mm (14 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
11 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
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Kitulgala

In December Kitulgala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
218 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
559 mm (22 in)
393 mm (15 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
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Galigamuwa

In December Galigamuwa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°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
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
143 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
350 mm (14 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
11 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pinnawala 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 187 mm (7.4 in)
Kitulgala 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 393 mm (15 in)
Galigamuwa 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 187 mm (7.4 in)

Kegalle District weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

In December, Kegalle District, Sri Lanka generally has tolerable weather conditions. Pinnawala sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 21°C (70°F).

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

Average temperatures in Kegalle District, Sri Lanka during December range from a nighttime low near 21°C (70°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Pinnawala.

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

Yes. December brings heavy rainfall to Kegalle District, Sri Lanka, with Pinnawala averaging around 187 mm (7.4 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Pinnawala, December might be a good time to visit Kegalle District, Sri Lanka. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Kegalle District, Sri Lanka is in July and August with generally pleasant weather in Pinnawala. In contrast, March, April, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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