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Matale District Weather in April

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

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

What to Expect in Matale District in April

Matale District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. April in Matale District generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 32°C (90°F) in Elkaduwa to 35°C (95°F) in Sigiriya. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Sigiriya and 22°C (72°F) in Elkaduwa. On average, April is the warmest month of the year in Matale District, Sri Lanka. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

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

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Sigiriya with an average of 113 mm (4.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Matale with 183 mm (7.2 in).

Explore Matale District by month

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

January29°C (84°F) February31°C (88°F) March34°C (93°F) April35°C (95°F) May34°C (93°F) June34°C (93°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August34°C (93°F) September34°C (93°F) October33°C (91°F) November31°C (88°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Matale District in April

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

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

Temperature range in Matale District (April)

Precipitation variation in Matale District (April)

Sigiriya

In April Sigiriya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
good
Climate in Sigiriya →

Dambulla

In April Dambulla generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
good
mixed
very good
Climate in Dambulla →

Inamaluwa

In April Inamaluwa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
good
Climate in Inamaluwa →

Matale

In April Matale generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
157 hours
103 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
very good
mixed
good
Climate in Matale →

Elkaduwa

In April Elkaduwa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
157 hours
103 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
good
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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Matale District in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sigiriya 35°C (95°F) 24°C (75°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Dambulla 34°C (93°F) 24°C (75°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Inamaluwa 35°C (95°F) 24°C (75°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Matale 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 183 mm (7.2 in)
Elkaduwa 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 175 mm (6.9 in)
Rattota 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 162 mm (6.4 in)

Matale District weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Matale District, Sri Lanka in April?

April in Matale District, Sri Lanka brings less favorable weather. In Sigiriya, daytime temperatures are typically around 35°C (95°F) and nighttime lows hover near 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in Matale District, Sri Lanka in April?

Average temperatures in Matale District, Sri Lanka during April range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 35°C (95°F) in Sigiriya.

Does Matale District, Sri Lanka get a lot of rain in April?

Sigiriya typically receives notable rainfall in April, about 113 mm (4.4 in) on average across Matale District, Sri Lanka.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Matale District, Sri Lanka?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to Matale District, Sri Lanka with often less favorable weather in Sigiriya.

Generally speaking, January provides very good weather in Sigiriya. In contrast, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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