Weather in May in Monaragala District
Planning a trip to Monaragala District this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Monaragala District in May?
Monaragala District is a region in Sri Lanka. May in Monaragala District generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 33°C and nighttime temperatures around 26°C in Kataragama. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Monaragala District in May, check out the map below. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.For specific regional insights in Monaragala District, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kataragama with an average of 80 mm to moderate rainfall in Kuda Oya with 89 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Kataragama enjoys close to 236 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Monaragala District climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 3 most popular destinations in Monaragala District?
Kataragama
In May Kataragama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Angunakolapelessa
In May Angunakolapelessa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Kuda Oya
In May Kuda Oya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Monaragala District, in Sri Lanka.
Is May the best time to visit Monaragala District?
We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Monaragala District with overall pleasant weather in Kataragama. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
On average, the best time to visit Monaragala District is in January, February, March, May, June, July and August with generally pleasant weather in Kataragama. In contrast, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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