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Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte weather in April (Colombo District, Sri Lanka)

How's the weather trend in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte as April approaches? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

During April, Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 33°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 26°C. Keep in mind that temperatures can exceed these averages. Dress for the heat and stay hydrated, especially during peak sun hours.

Precipitation

Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte in April falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 208 mm for the month. You can typically expect 14 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 234 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte. January, February and March generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte climate page with graphs.

 

Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 45%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 208 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 234 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (4 KM, 2 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in April

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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