Ratnapura in May
6.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C. Very wet: about 30 rainy days.
27°CAvg high
22°CAvg low
30Rainy days (311 mm)
12:18 hDaylight
05:55Sunrise · 18:14 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C
- Very wet: about 30 rainy 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?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (2.2 days). 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 | 27°C | 19°C | 309 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| February | 28°C | 19°C | 285 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| March | 28°C | 20°C | 307 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 28°C | 21°C | 469 mm | 29 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 27°C | 22°C | 311 mm | 30 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 26°C | 21°C | 266 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 26°C | 21°C | 247 mm | 29 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 26°C | 21°C | 228 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 26°C | 21°C | 246 mm | 26 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 27°C | 20°C | 499 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 27°C | 20°C | 661 mm | 27 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 27°C | 20°C | 513 mm | 26 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Ratnapura in May?
Daytime highs average 27°C and nights about 22°C.
When is the best time to visit Ratnapura?
The best months are January, February, March, April.