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When to go · Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte

Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte in May

Avoid month. Listed as a month to avoid: May–Sep (southwest monsoon brings heavy afternoon rain).

Key facts

Verdict
Avoid
Temperature
31°C / 25°C
average high / low
Rain days
17
Crowds
Low
Sri Lanka overall
Prices
Low
Sri Lanka overall

Verdict

AvoidBest and avoid months for Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte

Listed as a month to avoid: May–Sep (southwest monsoon brings heavy afternoon rain).

Weather in May

Long-term averages
  • Sri Jayawardenepura KotteHighs around 31 °C, lows around 25 °C, rain on about 17 days

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
  • A rain jacket or umbrella and shoes that dry fast

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