Matale in December
6.3out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Very wet: about 18 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
21°CAvg low
18Rainy days (183 mm)
11:34 hDaylight
06:17Sunrise · 17:51 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Very wet: about 18 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.7 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in December varies a lot between years (±4.7 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C | 21°C | 80 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| February | 30°C | 21°C | 64 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.6 |
| March | 32°C | 21°C | 83 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.5 |
| April | 32°C | 22°C | 198 mm | 21 | – | – | 5.4 |
| May | 30°C | 24°C | 128 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.8 |
| June | 29°C | 23°C | 99 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 29°C | 23°C | 103 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 29°C | 23°C | 98 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 29°C | 23°C | 109 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 29°C | 22°C | 312 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 29°C | 21°C | 310 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 28°C | 21°C | 183 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Matale in December?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 21°C.
When is the best time to visit Matale?
The best months are January, February.