Puttalam in May
5.8out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Hot: daytime highs around 30°C. Very wet: about 22 rainy days.
30°CAvg high
27°CAvg low
22Rainy days (132 mm)
12:22 hDaylight
05:56Sunrise · 18:18 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 30°C
- Very wet: about 22 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.4 days)
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- 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 (±5.4 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 | 24°C | 40 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| February | 30°C | 24°C | 33 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.1 |
| March | 31°C | 25°C | 48 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.1 |
| April | 31°C | 26°C | 121 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.7 |
| May | 30°C | 27°C | 132 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.8 |
| June | 29°C | 27°C | 78 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.8 |
| July | 29°C | 26°C | 41 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| August | 29°C | 26°C | 50 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.5 |
| September | 29°C | 26°C | 94 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.8 |
| October | 29°C | 25°C | 222 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 29°C | 25°C | 247 mm | 22 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 29°C | 24°C | 136 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Puttalam in May?
Daytime highs average 30°C and nights about 27°C.
When is the best time to visit Puttalam?
The best months are January, February.