Wellawaya weather in May (Sri Lanka)

Is May a good time to explore Wellawaya weather-wise? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Wellawaya includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 32°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 23°C. Although these are the average temperatures, expect warmer days occasionally. Wear cool clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Wellawaya in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 120 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 10 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 236 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 February typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, 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 Wellawaya climate page with graphs.

 

Wellawaya, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 120 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 236 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Yala National Park, Sri Lanka (59 KM, 37 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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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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