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Wattegama weather in May (Kandy District, Sri Lanka)

What should you pack for a trip to Wattegama in May? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In May, Wattegama tends to experience very high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 30°C, while night temperatures can drop to 22°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Wattegama in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 126 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 11 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 103 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures February, June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Wattegama, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 126 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 103 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (22 KM, 13 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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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