Ratnapura District Weather in May

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

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Dambulla Udawalawe Embilipitiya Kalawana

Thinking about venturing to Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Ratnapura District in May

Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. May in Ratnapura District generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Belihul Oya at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Dambulla at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Dambulla and 21°C (70°F) in Belihul Oya. 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 specific regional insights in Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Dambulla with an average of 95 mm (3.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Kuruwita with 330 mm (13 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Ratnapura District in May

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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 Ratnapura District

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

Temperature range in Ratnapura District (May)

Precipitation variation in Ratnapura District (May)

Dambulla

In May Dambulla 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
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Dambulla →

Udawalawe

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
240 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
223 mm (8.8 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Udawalawe →

Embilipitiya

In May Embilipitiya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
240 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
186 mm (7.3 in)
128 mm (5 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Embilipitiya →

Kalawana

In May Kalawana generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°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
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
202 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
327 mm (13 in)
281 mm (11 in)
259 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Kalawana →

Godakewela

In May Godakewela generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°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)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
202 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
301 mm (12 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
pleasant
Climate in Godakewela →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dambulla 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Udawalawe 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
Embilipitiya 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Kalawana 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 281 mm (11 in)
Godakewela 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 207 mm (8.1 in)
Kiralawelkatuwa 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)

Ratnapura District weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka brings unpleasant weather. In Dambulla, daytime temperatures are typically around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Dambulla peak at roughly 33°C (91°F) in May, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

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

May is on the drier side in Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka. Dambulla averages only about 95 mm (3.7 in), with most days staying dry.

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Dambulla, May might be a good time to visit Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, January provides pleasant weather in Dambulla. The weather in March, April, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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