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Yodakandiya weather in May (Hambantota District, Sri Lanka)

What kind of weather does May bring to Yodakandiya? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of May in Yodakandiya typically includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 32°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 26°C. Although these are average temperatures, some days can be hotter. Wear cool, breathable clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Yodakandiya in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 87 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 8 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 240 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Yodakandiya.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, November tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Yodakandiya, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 87 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 240 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Hambantota, Sri Lanka (24 KM, 15 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
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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