Monaragala District Weather in May

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

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Kataragama Angunakolapelessa Kuda Oya

Planning a trip to Monaragala District, Sri Lanka this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Monaragala District in May

Monaragala District, Sri Lanka 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 (91°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Kataragama. 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, Sri Lanka, 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 (3.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Kuda Oya with 89 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Kataragama sees close to 236 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Monaragala District by month

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

January30°C (86°F) February31°C (88°F) March33°C (91°F) April33°C (91°F) May33°C (91°F) June34°C (93°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August34°C (93°F) September34°C (93°F) October32°C (90°F) November31°C (88°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Monaragala District in May

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

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

Temperature range in Monaragala District (May)

Precipitation variation in Monaragala District (May)

Kataragama

In May Kataragama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
236 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
144 mm (5.7 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Kataragama →

Angunakolapelessa

In May Angunakolapelessa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
240 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
152 mm (6 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Angunakolapelessa →

Kuda Oya

In May Kuda Oya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
240 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
162 mm (6.4 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kataragama 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Angunakolapelessa 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Kuda Oya 34°C (93°F) 25°C (77°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)

Monaragala District weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Monaragala District, Sri Lanka in May. The popular destination of Kataragama averages 33°C (91°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

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

Kataragama averages a daytime maximum of 33°C (91°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 26°C (79°F).

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

Not particularly. Kataragama averages just 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Monaragala District, Sri Lanka.

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

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Monaragala District, Sri Lanka 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, Sri Lanka is in January and February with generally tolerable weather in Kataragama. In contrast, April, June, July, August, September, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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