Climate of Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
Area-weighted average across Nuwara Eliya. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Nuwara Eliya, a subdivision of Sri Lanka, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 18.7°C / 65.7°F in January to 21.2°C / 70.2°F in May, with rainfall from 110 mm / 4.3 in to 294 mm / 11.6 in depending on the season (2502 mm / 98.5 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.7°C65.7°F | 166 mm6.5″ | — |
| February | 19.3°C66.7°F | 110 mm4.3″ | — |
| March | 20.2°C68.4°F | 134 mm5.3″ | — |
| April | 21.1°C70°F | 213 mm8.4″ | — |
| May | 21.2°C70.2°F | 243 mm9.6″ | — |
| June | 20.6°C69.1°F | 229 mm9″ | — |
| July | 20.3°C68.5°F | 209 mm8.2″ | — |
| August | 20.2°C68.4°F | 188 mm7.4″ | — |
| September | 20.3°C68.5°F | 189 mm7.4″ | — |
| October | 20.1°C68.2°F | 286 mm11.3″ | — |
| November | 19.7°C67.5°F | 294 mm11.6″ | — |
| December | 19.1°C66.4°F | 241 mm9.5″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Nuwara Eliya?
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is May at 21.2°C / 70.2°F, and the driest is February at 110 mm / 4.3 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Nuwara Eliya?
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 18.7°C / 65.7°F in January to 21.2°C / 70.2°F in May. Annual rainfall averages about 2502 mm / 98.5 in, with the wettest month being November (294 mm / 11.6 in) and the driest February (110 mm / 4.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Nuwara Eliya?
The hottest month in Nuwara Eliya is May, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.2°C / 70.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Nuwara Eliya?
The coldest month in Nuwara Eliya is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.7°C / 65.7°F.
When does it rain most in Nuwara Eliya?
The wettest month in Nuwara Eliya is November, averaging about 294 mm / 11.6 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 110 mm / 4.3 in.