Matara in May
6.0out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C. Very wet: about 28 rainy days.
29°CAvg high
25°CAvg low
28Rainy days (226 mm)
12:16 hDaylight
05:56Sunrise · 18:12 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C
- Very wet: about 28 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.4 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 | 29°C | 23°C | 98 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.0 |
| February | 30°C | 24°C | 79 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.0 |
| March | 31°C | 24°C | 99 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 30°C | 25°C | 183 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.8 |
| May | 29°C | 25°C | 226 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.0 |
| June | 29°C | 25°C | 186 mm | 27 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 28°C | 25°C | 159 mm | 27 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 28°C | 25°C | 159 mm | 27 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 28°C | 25°C | 196 mm | 26 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 29°C | 24°C | 251 mm | 27 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 29°C | 24°C | 296 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 29°C | 24°C | 196 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Matara in May?
Daytime highs average 29°C and nights about 25°C.
When is the best time to visit Matara?
The best months are January, February.