Climate of Kalutara, Sri Lanka
Area-weighted average across Kalutara. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Kalutara, a subdivision of Sri Lanka, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 26.1°C / 79°F in January to 27.7°C / 81.9°F in April, with rainfall from 124 mm / 4.9 in to 517 mm / 20.4 in depending on the season (3698 mm / 145.6 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.1°C79°F | 124 mm4.9″ | Tropical |
| February | 26.5°C79.7°F | 130 mm5.1″ | Tropical |
| March | 27.3°C81.1°F | 222 mm8.7″ | Tropical |
| April | 27.7°C81.9°F | 362 mm14.3″ | Tropical |
| May | 27.6°C81.7°F | 517 mm20.4″ | Tropical |
| June | 27°C80.6°F | 373 mm14.7″ | Tropical |
| July | 26.7°C80.1°F | 261 mm10.3″ | Tropical |
| August | 26.6°C79.9°F | 257 mm10.1″ | Tropical |
| September | 26.6°C79.9°F | 342 mm13.5″ | Tropical |
| October | 26.4°C79.5°F | 473 mm18.6″ | Tropical |
| November | 26.2°C79.2°F | 392 mm15.4″ | Tropical |
| December | 26.1°C79°F | 245 mm9.6″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kalutara?
Kalutara, Sri Lanka does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is April at 27.7°C / 81.9°F, and the driest is January at 124 mm / 4.9 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Kalutara?
Kalutara, Sri Lanka has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 26.1°C / 79°F in January to 27.7°C / 81.9°F in April. Annual rainfall averages about 3698 mm / 145.6 in, with the wettest month being May (517 mm / 20.4 in) and the driest January (124 mm / 4.9 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Kalutara?
The hottest month in Kalutara is April, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.7°C / 81.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Kalutara?
The coldest month in Kalutara is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.1°C / 79°F.
When does it rain most in Kalutara?
The wettest month in Kalutara is May, averaging about 517 mm / 20.4 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 124 mm / 4.9 in.