Temperature in Matale District in May

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Matale District, Sri Lanka this May.

Matale District, Sri Lanka, a region in Sri Lanka, experiences very high average maximum daytime temperatures in May, ranging from 31°C (88°F) in Elkaduwa to 34°C (93°F) in Sigiriya. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Sigiriya and 23°C (73°F) in Elkaduwa.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Matale District, Sri Lanka in May?

Explore the map below to discover average May temperatures at the top destinations in Matale District. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in Matale District in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Matale District temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Matale District, Sri Lanka in May?

Expect daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F) in Sigiriya. That makes May a very high month for Matale District, Sri Lanka.

How cold does it get at night in Matale District, Sri Lanka in May?

Average overnight lows in Matale District, Sri Lanka during May sit near 25°C (77°F) in Sigiriya.

What is the warmest city in May in Matale District, Sri Lanka?

Based on our systematic data collection, Sigiriya has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 34°C (93°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 25°C (77°F).

What is the coldest city in May in Matale District, Sri Lanka?

For the month of May, Elkaduwa is the most temperate city in Matale District, Sri Lanka based on our records. Highs average 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 23°C (73°F).

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