Wayikkal weather in December (Puttalam District, Sri Lanka)

How does the weather in Wayikkal usually fare in December? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of December in Wayikkal typically brings very high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 31°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 24°C. Typical temperatures can be misleading; some days will be hotter. Prepare with light clothing and plenty of hydration to stay cool.

Precipitation

Wayikkal in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 146 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 10 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 217 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July, September, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Wayikkal, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 35%  

Precipitation 146 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 72% *  

Sunshine 217 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (42 KM, 26 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in December

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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