Weather in April in Ratnapura District
Considering a trip to Ratnapura District this April 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 Ratnapura District in April?
Ratnapura District is a region in Sri Lanka. April in Ratnapura District generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Belihul Oya at 28°C to very warm in Dambulla at 34°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C in Dambulla and 19°C in Belihul Oya. In Ratnapura District, April typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.
Precipitation
In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Dambulla with an average of 138 mm to heavy rainfall in Kuruwita with 433 mm.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Ratnapura District in April, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Ratnapura District climate page.
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What is the weather like in April for the 5 most popular destinations in Ratnapura District?
Dambulla
In April Dambulla generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Udawalawe
In April Udawalawe generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Embilipitiya
In April Embilipitiya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Kalawana
In April Kalawana generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Godakewela
In April Godakewela generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Ratnapura District, in Sri Lanka.
Is April the best time to visit Ratnapura District?
Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Dambulla, April may not be the ideal time to visit Ratnapura District.
Generally speaking, January, February, May, June, July, August and September provide pleasant weather in Dambulla. The weather in October and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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