Mirissa

Matara District Weather in May

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

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Mirissa Weligama Matara Deniyaya

Are you planning a trip a to Matara District, Sri Lanka in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Matara District in May

Matara District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. May in Matara District generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Mirissa. 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 a closer look at conditions across Matara District, Sri Lanka, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Dikwella South with an average of 197 mm (7.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Kananke with 261 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Mirissa enjoys about 200 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Matara District by month

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

January30°C (86°F) February31°C (88°F) March31°C (88°F) April31°C (88°F) May30°C (86°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October30°C (86°F) November30°C (86°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Matara District in May

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

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

Temperature range in Matara District (May)

Precipitation variation in Matara District (May)

Mirissa

In May Mirissa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
200 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
183 mm (7.2 in)
249 mm (9.8 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Mirissa →

Weligama

In May Weligama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
200 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
184 mm (7.2 in)
256 mm (10 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Weligama →

Matara

In May Matara generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
200 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
187 mm (7.4 in)
229 mm (9 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Matara →

Deniyaya

In May Deniyaya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
202 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
287 mm (11 in)
235 mm (9.3 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Deniyaya →

Dikwella South

In May Dikwella South generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
240 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
185 mm (7.3 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Dikwella South →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Matara District, in Sri Lanka.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Matara District in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mirissa 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 249 mm (9.8 in)
Weligama 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 256 mm (10 in)
Matara 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 229 mm (9 in)
Deniyaya 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 235 mm (9.3 in)
Dikwella South 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 197 mm (7.8 in)
Talalla South 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 214 mm (8.4 in)

Matara District weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Matara District, Sri Lanka in May?

Expect poor weather across Matara District, Sri Lanka in May. The popular destination of Mirissa averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Matara District, Sri Lanka in May?

In Mirissa, the average daytime high in May is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 26°C (79°F).

Does Matara District, Sri Lanka get a lot of rain in May?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Mirissa records an average of 249 mm (9.8 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Matara District, Sri Lanka.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Matara District, Sri Lanka?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Matara District, Sri Lanka with often poor weather in Mirissa.

On average, the best time to visit Matara District, Sri Lanka is in July and August with generally pleasant weather in Mirissa. On the other hand, the weather in April, May, June, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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