Nuwara Eliya District weather in May
Considering a trip to Nuwara Eliya District this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Nuwara Eliya District in May?
Nuwara Eliya District is a region in Sri Lanka. May in Nuwara Eliya District generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C and nighttime temperatures around 21°C in Nuwara Eliya.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Nuwara Eliya with an average of 158 mm to heavy rainfall in Nallathanniya with 306 mm. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 103 hours of sunlight anticipated in Nuwara Eliya. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
For specific regional insights in Nuwara Eliya District for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Nuwara Eliya District climate page.
Where to go in Nuwara Eliya District in May
Popular destinations in Nuwara Eliya District
What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Nuwara Eliya District?
Average weather in Nuwara Eliya
In May Nuwara Eliya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Average weather in Hatton
In May Hatton generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Average weather in Nallathanniya
In May Nallathanniya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Average weather in Ginigathena
In May Ginigathena generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Average weather in Ramboda
In May Ramboda generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Nuwara Eliya District?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Nuwara Eliya, May might be a good time to visit Nuwara Eliya District. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit Nuwara Eliya District is in March with generally perfect weather in Nuwara Eliya. In contrast, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.
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