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- Weather in January
- Weather in February
- Weather in March
- Weather in April
- Weather in May
- Weather in June
- Weather in July
- Weather in August
- Weather in September
- Weather in October
- Weather in November
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature
- Average pressure
- Average wind speed
- Average humidity
- Average rainfall
- Average rainfall days
- Average daylight
- Average sunshine
- Average sunshine days
- Average UV index
- Average cloud cover
- Average visibility
Climate and monthly weather forecast
Weather in January
January, the same as December, is another warm winter month in Kataragama, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature varying between 29.2°C (84.6°F) and 23.9°C (75°F). The advent of January observes an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.2°C (84.6°F), nearly identical to December's 29°C (84.2°F). Weather in January »
Weather in February
February, the last month of the winter in Kataragama, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 24.3°C (75.7°F) and 29.7°C (85.5°F). The advent of February signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), aligning closely with January. Weather in February »
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a hot month in Kataragama, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.9°C (76.8°F) and max 30.4°C (86.7°F). The ushering in of March brings an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F), closely mirroring the 29.7°C (85.5°F) of February. Weather in March »
Weather in April
April, the same as March, in Kataragama, Sri Lanka, is another hot spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26°C (78.8°F) and an average high of 31.1°C (88°F). April stands out as Kataragama's warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 31.1°C (88°F) and a low-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F). The average heat index in April is evaluated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Weather in April »
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Kataragama, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.7°C (80.1°F) and max 30.8°C (87.4°F). Kataragama's weather in May indicates an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), nearly consistent with the 31.1°C (88°F) of April. Weather in May »
Weather in June
June, the first month of the summer in Kataragama, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.6°C (87.1°F) and min 26.6°C (79.9°F). Kataragama marks the start of June with an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.6°C (87.1°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from May's 30.8°C (87.4°F). Weather in June »
Weather in July
July, the same as June, in Kataragama, Sri Lanka, is a hot summer month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.7°C (87.3°F) and min 26.3°C (79.3°F). Kataragama in July witnesses an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), indicating a slight variation from June's 30.6°C (87.1°F). Weather in July »
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Kataragama, Sri Lanka, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.3°C (79.3°F) and an average high of 30.4°C (86.7°F). The initiation of August sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F), showing minor variations from the previous month. Weather in August »
Weather in September
The first month of the autumn, September, is also a hot month in Kataragama, Sri Lanka, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.1°C (86.2°F) and an average low of 26°C (78.8°F). Kataragama's average high-temperature in September is a still tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F), indicating a subtle variation from August. Weather in September »
Weather in October
October, like September, is another tropical autumn month in Kataragama, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°C (78.6°F) and 30°C (86°F). The advent of October sees the average high-temperature at a still tropical 30°C (86°F), subtly shifted from September's 30.1°C (86.2°F). Weather in October »
Weather in November
November, the last month of the autumn in Kataragama, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.2°C (84.6°F) and min 25.3°C (77.5°F). During November, the average high-temperature is a warm 29.2°C (84.6°F), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. Weather in November »
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Kataragama, is still a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.5°C (76.1°F) and an average high of 29°C (84.2°F). December brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 29°C (84.2°F) and an average low of 24.5°C (76.1°F). The heat index for December is evaluated at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Weather in December »
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
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Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it rain in Kataragama?
Throughout the year, there are 192.9 rainfall days, and 942mm (37.09") of precipitation is accumulated.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the hottest time of year?
With average high temperatures of 31.1°C (88°F) and lows of 26°C (78.8°F), April is the warmest month.
When are the longest days?
With an average of 12h and 30min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year.
What month has the most sunshine?
The month with the most sunshine is June, with an average of 11.3h of sunshine.
What is the least humid month?
July is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 74%.
What is the driest month?
July is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kataragama?
With an average maximum UV index of 6, October is the month with the lowest UV index.
What are the most humid months in Kataragama?
November and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.
What is the wettest month?
The month with the most rainfall is November, when the rain falls for 25.3 days and typically aggregates up to 182mm (7.17") of precipitation.
What is the coldest time of year?
December tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 29°C (84.2°F) and a low of 24.5°C (76.1°F).
What is the month with the shortest days?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.
Is there Daylight Saving Time (DST)?
Kataragama, Sri Lanka, does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST). +0530 timezone is used over the entire year.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.
Average temperature
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29°C).
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°C).
Average pressure
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in January:
1011.5mbar - Average pressure in February:
1011.2mbar - Average pressure in March:
1010.8mbar - Average pressure in April:
1009.8mbar - Average pressure in May:
1008.6mbar - Average pressure in June:
1008.7mbar
- Average pressure in July:
1008.7mbar - Average pressure in August:
1009.1mbar - Average pressure in September:
1009.8mbar - Average pressure in October:
1010mbar - Average pressure in November:
1009.8mbar - Average pressure in December:
1010.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).
Average wind speed
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in January:
16.7km/h - Average wind speed in February:
17.3km/h - Average wind speed in March:
13.3km/h - Average wind speed in April:
12km/h - Average wind speed in May:
21.4km/h - Average wind speed in June:
26.4km/h
- Average wind speed in July:
26.3km/h - Average wind speed in August:
26.1km/h - Average wind speed in September:
23.5km/h - Average wind speed in October:
16.8km/h - Average wind speed in November:
11.7km/h - Average wind speed in December:
14.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (26.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (11.7km/h).
Average humidity
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).
Average rainfall
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (182mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (16mm).
Average rainfall days
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in January:
11.3 days - Average rainfall days in February:
10.9 days - Average rainfall days in March:
15.5 days - Average rainfall days in April:
22.8 days - Average rainfall days in May:
17.8 days - Average rainfall days in June:
10.7 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
10.6 days - Average rainfall days in August:
11 days - Average rainfall days in September:
14.4 days - Average rainfall days in October:
22.5 days - Average rainfall days in November:
25.3 days - Average rainfall days in December:
20.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (10.6 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
- Average daylight in January:
11h and 5min - Average daylight in February:
11h and 5min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 1min - Average daylight in April:
12h and 2min - Average daylight in May:
12h and 2min - Average daylight in June:
12h and 3min
- Average daylight in July:
12h and 3min - Average daylight in August:
12h and 2min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 1min - Average daylight in October:
12h and 0min - Average daylight in November:
11h and 5min - Average daylight in December:
11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in January:
9h and 1min - Average sunshine in February:
9h and 1min - Average sunshine in March:
9h and 2min - Average sunshine in April:
10h and 1min - Average sunshine in May:
10h and 5min - Average sunshine in June:
11h and 2min
- Average sunshine in July:
10h and 5min - Average sunshine in August:
9h and 4min - Average sunshine in September:
10h and 4min - Average sunshine in October:
8h and 3min - Average sunshine in November:
7h and 5min - Average sunshine in December:
6h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
Average sunshine days
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in January:
18.3 days - Average sunshine days in February:
15.3 days - Average sunshine days in March:
13.3 days - Average sunshine days in April:
4.7 days - Average sunshine days in May:
9.6 days - Average sunshine days in June:
14.8 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
17.2 days - Average sunshine days in August:
15.7 days - Average sunshine days in September:
12.5 days - Average sunshine days in October:
7 days - Average sunshine days in November:
3.6 days - Average sunshine days in December:
9.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (3.6 days).
Average UV index
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is October (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility
Kataragama, Sri Lanka
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (9km).
