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

Will it be warm or cold in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte this May? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

May in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte generally includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 31°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 26°C. These are average temperatures, but there can be hotter days. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 292 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 14 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 202 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May 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 May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 292 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 202 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (4 KM, 2 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in May

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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