Kegalle District weather in December
Considering a trip to Kegalle District this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Kegalle District in December?
Kegalle District is a region in Sri Lanka. December in Kegalle District generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.
You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C and nighttime temperatures around 21°C 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.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Pinnawala with an average of 187 mm to heavy rainfall in Kitulgala with 393 mm. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 143 hours of sunlight anticipated in Pinnawala. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
For a closer look at December's conditions in Kegalle District, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Kegalle District's yearly weather, check out our Kegalle District climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 3 most popular destinations in Kegalle District?
Pinnawala
In December Pinnawala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Kitulgala
In December Kitulgala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Galigamuwa
In December Galigamuwa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Kegalle District, in Sri Lanka.
Is December the best time to visit Kegalle District?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Pinnawala, December might be a good time to visit Kegalle District. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit Kegalle District is in January, February, July and August with generally pleasant weather in Pinnawala. In contrast, April, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.
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