Yala weather in December (Hambantota District, Sri Lanka)

Curious about the climate in Yala this December? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Yala includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 29°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 24°C. Enjoy the mildest temperatures of the year, while still enjoying warm and pleasant days.

Precipitation

Yala in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 219 mm for the month. You can typically expect 10 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 218 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While November tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Yala, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 35%  

Precipitation 219 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 218 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Yala National Park, Sri Lanka (11 KM, 6 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

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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