Expand
Contents
- 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 a moderately hot winter month in Penideniya, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature varying between 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 18.2°C (64.8°F). The arrival of January is marked by an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), bearing a close resemblance to December. Weather in January »
Weather in February
February, the last month of the winter in Penideniya, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 18.1°C (64.6°F) and 29.7°C (85.5°F). The arrival of February marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F) from January's 28.3°C (82.9°F). Weather in February »
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a hot month in Penideniya, Sri Lanka, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.2°C (66.6°F) and an average high of 31.5°C (88.7°F). Penideniya's March weather reaches an average high of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and an average low of 19.2°C (66.6°F), making it the warmest month. The heat index value during March is computed to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). Weather in March »
Weather in April
April, like March, is another tropical spring month in Penideniya, Sri Lanka, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.2°C (88.2°F) and an average low of 20.8°C (69.4°F). With the onset of April, a modest change to a still hot 31.2°C (88.2°F) from March's 31.5°C (88.7°F) is noted in high-temperature. Weather in April »
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Penideniya, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.1°C (86.2°F) and 21.8°C (71.2°F). In the transition from April to May, Penideniya reports an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. Weather in May »
Weather in June
The first month of the summer, June, is also a moderately hot month in Penideniya, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature varying between 21.8°C (71.2°F) and 29.3°C (84.7°F). Penideniya records a slight change with June's average high-temperatures adjusting to a warm 29.3°C (84.7°F) from May's 30.1°C (86.2°F). Weather in June »
Weather in July
July, the same as June, is a moderately hot summer month in Penideniya, Sri Lanka, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.4°C (70.5°F) and an average high of 29.3°C (84.7°F). Penideniya, Sri Lanka, ushers in July with an average high temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), mirroring closely the previous month. Weather in July »
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Penideniya, Sri Lanka, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and an average low of 21.2°C (70.2°F). The average high-temperature during August is a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. Weather in August »
Weather in September
The first month of the autumn, September, is also a moderately hot month in Penideniya, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature varying between 29.4°C (84.9°F) and 21°C (69.8°F). Penideniya sees the arrival of September with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F), indicating a subtle variation from August. Weather in September »
Weather in October
October, like September, in Penideniya, Sri Lanka, is a moderately hot autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.7°C (69.3°F) and an average high of 29.4°C (84.9°F). The beginning of October denotes an average high temperature of a still warm 29.4°C (84.9°F), aligning closely with September. Weather in October »
Weather in November
The last month of the autumn, November, is another warm month in Penideniya, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.1°C (68.2°F) and max 28.3°C (82.9°F). Penideniya experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F) in November, marking an insignificant shift from 29.4°C (84.9°F) in October. Weather in November »
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Penideniya, is still a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.5°C (81.5°F) and 19.5°C (67.1°F). December tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and a low of 19.5°C (67.1°F). For December, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Weather in December »
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
What is the driest month?
January is the month with the least rainfall in Penideniya. Rain falls for 14.1 days and accumulates 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.
How much does it rain?
Throughout the year, there are 278.9 rainfall days, and 1477mm (58.15") 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 6, are months with the highest UV index.
What time of the year is the hottest?
Penideniya's warmest weather arrives in March, when temperatures average a high of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and a low of 19.2°C (66.6°F).
What is the least humid month?
With an average relative humidity of 74%, March is the least humid 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?
With an average of 10.8h of sunshine, June has the most sunshine of the year.
What is the wettest month?
October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 27.4 days and accumulates 301mm (11.85") of precipitation.
When is the lowest UV index?
With an average maximum UV index of 5, October is the month with the lowest UV index.
What part of the year is the coldest?
December, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and a low of 19.5°C (67.1°F).
What is the most humid month?
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.
What is the month with the shortest days?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 42min of daylight.
Is there Daylight Saving Time (DST)?
Penideniya does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST). +0530 timezone is used over the entire year.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.
Average temperature
Penideniya, Sri Lanka
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.5°C).
The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.1°C).
Average pressure
Penideniya, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in January:
1011.8mbar - Average pressure in February:
1011.5mbar - Average pressure in March:
1010.8mbar - Average pressure in April:
1009.6mbar - Average pressure in May:
1008.2mbar - Average pressure in June:
1008.1mbar
- Average pressure in July:
1008.2mbar - Average pressure in August:
1008.5mbar - Average pressure in September:
1009.2mbar - Average pressure in October:
1009.7mbar - Average pressure in November:
1009.8mbar - Average pressure in December:
1010.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.1mbar).
Average wind speed
Penideniya, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in January:
7.7km/h - Average wind speed in February:
7.1km/h - Average wind speed in March:
5km/h - Average wind speed in April:
4.7km/h - Average wind speed in May:
9.3km/h - Average wind speed in June:
13.5km/h
- Average wind speed in July:
12.6km/h - Average wind speed in August:
11.6km/h - Average wind speed in September:
10.6km/h - Average wind speed in October:
6.8km/h - Average wind speed in November:
5.3km/h - Average wind speed in December:
6.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (4.7km/h).
Average humidity
Penideniya, Sri Lanka
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (74%).
Average rainfall
Penideniya, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in January:
38mm - Average rainfall in February:
59mm - Average rainfall in March:
72mm - Average rainfall in April:
152mm - Average rainfall in May:
163mm - Average rainfall in June:
57mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (301mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (38mm).
Average rainfall days
Penideniya, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in January:
14.1 days - Average rainfall days in February:
14.5 days - Average rainfall days in March:
18.9 days - Average rainfall days in April:
27 days - Average rainfall days in May:
28.6 days - Average rainfall days in June:
25.1 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
24.3 days - Average rainfall days in August:
25.8 days - Average rainfall days in September:
23.9 days - Average rainfall days in October:
27.4 days - Average rainfall days in November:
26.4 days - Average rainfall days in December:
22.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (28.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.1 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Penideniya, 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 3min - 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 4min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in January:
8h and 3min - Average sunshine in February:
8h and 4min - Average sunshine in March:
8h and 5min - Average sunshine in April:
9h and 2min - Average sunshine in May:
10h and 2min - Average sunshine in June:
10h and 5min
- Average sunshine in July:
10h and 1min - Average sunshine in August:
8h and 4min - Average sunshine in September:
9h and 5min - Average sunshine in October:
7h and 5min - Average sunshine in November:
6h and 5min - Average sunshine in December:
5h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days
Penideniya, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in January:
14.8 days - Average sunshine days in February:
12.4 days - Average sunshine days in March:
10.3 days - Average sunshine days in April:
1.8 days - Average sunshine days in May:
1.2 days - Average sunshine days in June:
1.7 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
2.8 days - Average sunshine days in August:
2.6 days - Average sunshine days in September:
3.6 days - Average sunshine days in October:
2.3 days - Average sunshine days in November:
3 days - Average sunshine days in December:
6.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (1.2 days).
Average UV index
Penideniya, Sri Lanka
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is October (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover
Penideniya, Sri Lanka
The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility
Penideniya, Sri Lanka
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (8km).
