The best times to visit Wathurugama for ideal weather are

November 26th to March 18th

or

May 21st to August 12th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Wathurugama Travel Info

Weather in Wathurugama

Temperature

Average temperatures in Wathurugama vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a very low chance of rain throughout the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 32nd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Wathurugama, the hottest months are May, June, and then April. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid May where highs are regularly around 89.8°F (32.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 79°F (26.1°C) at night.

Wathurugama Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Wathurugama Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Wathurugama Perceived Temperature (F)

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Wathurugama Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Wathurugama Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 88 79.5 72
Feb 89.1 80.6 73
Mar 89.1 82 75.3
Apr 88.5 82.3 76.4
May 88 83.8 79.3
Jun 86.4 82.8 79.1
Jul 85.6 82.2 79
Aug 85.6 81.9 78.6
Sep 85.8 81.7 77.7
Oct 86.3 81 76.1
Nov 86.7 80 74.4
Dec 86.3 79.3 73.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 31.1 26.4 22.2
Feb 31.7 27 22.8
Mar 31.7 27.8 24.1
Apr 31.4 27.9 24.7
May 31.1 28.8 26.3
Jun 30.2 28.2 26.2
Jul 29.8 27.9 26.1
Aug 29.8 27.7 25.9
Sep 29.9 27.6 25.4
Oct 30.2 27.2 24.5
Nov 30.4 26.7 23.6
Dec 30.2 26.3 23.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Wathurugama are February, July, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early November with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of November 5th.

When can you find snow in Wathurugama? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Wathurugama.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Wathurugama (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 3% 0 0.5
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 1% 0 0.2
Apr 11% 0 2
May 4% 0 1.5
Jun 1% 0 0.4
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 3% 0 1
Oct 3% 0 0.7
Nov 15% 0 4.8
Dec 5% 0 0.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 3 0 1.3
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 1 0 0.5
Apr 11 0 5.1
May 4 0 3.8
Jun 1 0 1
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 3 0 2.5
Oct 3 0 1.8
Nov 15 0 12.2
Dec 5 0 1

 

Humidity and Wind

Wathurugama has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is January (64.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (75.1%).

Wind in Wathurugama is usually calm. The windiest month is July, followed by August and June. July’s average wind speed of around 8.2 knots (9.5 MPH or 15.3 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late May where average top sustained speeds reach 13.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Wathurugama.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 7.8 Gentle breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Feb 6.5 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Mar 5.3 Light breeze 9.6 Significant breeze
Apr 5.3 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
May 8 Gentle breeze 12 Significant breeze
Jun 8.1 Gentle breeze 12 Significant breeze
Jul 8.2 Gentle breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Aug 8.2 Gentle breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Sep 7.6 Gentle breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Oct 6 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.2 Light breeze 9.5 Significant breeze
Dec 6.6 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 64.9%
Feb 65.1%
Mar 68.7%
Apr 73.5%
May 73.2%
Jun 74.2%
Jul 72.7%
Aug 73.1%
Sep 74.1%
Oct 75%
Nov 75.1%
Dec 73%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Wathurugama?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Sri Lanka; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Wathurugama, Sri Lanka is July, followed by August and January. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Wathurugama in March. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 81.4 in March means 81.4% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Wathurugama Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 89.4°F (31.9°C) and 86.8°F (30.4°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 0 to 3 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Wathurugama, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 87.2°F (30.7°C) and 85.3°F (29.6°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 5 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Wathurugama to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 89.8°F (32.1°C) and 85.6°F (29.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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