Weather in May in Kurunegala District
Planning a getaway to Kurunegala District this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Kurunegala District in May?
Kurunegala District is a region in Sri Lanka. May in Kurunegala District generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
Temperatures
You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C and nighttime temperatures around 24°C in Kurunegala. 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.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Melsiripura with an average of 124 mm to heavy rainfall in Kurunegala with 161 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 103 hours of sunlight anticipated in Kurunegala. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Kurunegala District in May, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Kurunegala District climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 2 most popular destinations in Kurunegala District?
Kurunegala
In May Kurunegala generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Melsiripura
In May Melsiripura generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Kurunegala District?
In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Kurunegala District with overall tolerable weather in Kurunegala. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
On average, the best time to visit Kurunegala District is in January and February with generally pleasant weather in Kurunegala. In contrast, April, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.
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