When to go · Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura in May
Mixed month. Outside the best window (Jan–Apr, and again Jun–Sep). Across Sri Lanka: South-west monsoon arrives: west and south beaches rough; head east. Vesak lanterns.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Mixed
- Temperature
- 33°C91°F / 25°C77°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 7
- Crowds
- Low
- Sri Lanka overall
- Prices
- Low
- Sri Lanka overall
Verdict
MixedSri Lanka month rating
Outside the best window (Jan–Apr, and again Jun–Sep). Across Sri Lanka: South-west monsoon arrives: west and south beaches rough; head east. Vesak lanterns.
Weather in May
- AnuradhapuraHighs around 33 °C, lows around 25 °C, rain on about 7 daysHighs around 91 °F, lows around 77 °F, rain on about 7 days
- Cultural Triangle, Sri Lanka · Sigiriya, Dambulla, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwahot
Dry zone: hot and dusty in April–May; the north-east monsoon rains fall October–January.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Sri Lanka overall
- Low
- Prices · Sri Lanka overall
- Low
Sri Lanka overall: South-west monsoon arrives: west and south beaches rough; head east. Vesak lanterns.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen