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Weather in Anuradhapura for May 2027

Your guide to Anuradhapura weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Anuradhapura at the beginning of May is 33.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 32 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Anuradhapura experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 143.4 mm.

Average dry days
9
Dry days
Average rainy days
22
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
32°/25°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
24 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
78 %
Avg humidity

Anuradhapura Weather May

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April
June
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Patchy rain possible
33°
2
Moderate or heavy rain shower
34°
3
Moderate rain at times
34°
4
Overcast
34°
5
Moderate or heavy rain shower
33°
6
Heavy rain at times
33°
7
Moderate or heavy rain shower
32°
8
Moderate rain at times
32°
9
Moderate or heavy rain shower
32°
10
Patchy rain possible
30°
11
Partly cloudy
31°
12
Cloudy
32°
13
Moderate rain at times
31°
14
Moderate or heavy rain shower
31°
15
Patchy rain possible
30°
16
Patchy rain possible
31°
17
Moderate or heavy rain shower
30°
18
Heavy rain at times
30°
19
Moderate or heavy rain shower
31°
20
Patchy rain possible
30°
21
Patchy rain possible
32°
22
Patchy rain possible
33°
23
Patchy rain possible
32°
24
Moderate or heavy rain shower
32°
25
Patchy light rain
31°
26
Thundery outbreaks possible
32°
27
Light rain shower
32°
28
Patchy rain possible
32°
29
Patchy rain possible
32°
30
Light rain shower
32°
31
Patchy rain possible
33°

Temperatures trend during May in Anuradhapura

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May weather in Anuradhapura day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 33° /23° 2.1 mm 9
2 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 34° /24° 2 mm 9
3 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 34° /24° 0.9 mm 8
4 May Overcast
Overcast
 34° /24° 5.4 mm 8
5 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 33° /24° 6.7 mm 9
6 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 33° /24° 10 mm 8
7 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 32° /23° 6.7 mm 8
8 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 32° /23° 19.1 mm 6
9 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 32° /23° 6.9 mm 7
10 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /23° 25.3 mm 5
11 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 31° /24° 12.8 mm 6
12 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 32° /24° 10.1 mm 7
13 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 31° /24° 2.3 mm 6
14 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 31° /24° 5.5 mm 6
15 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /24° 2.9 mm 7
16 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 31° /24° 2.4 mm 8
17 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 30° /24° 5.7 mm 6
18 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 30° /24° 2.3 mm 7
19 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 31° /24° 3.4 mm 6
20 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /24° 0.5 mm 6
21 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 32° /25° 0.5 mm 7
22 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 33° /25° 0.3 mm 6
23 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 32° /25° 0.9 mm 7
24 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 32° /25° 2 mm 7
25 May Patchy light rain
Patchy light rain
 31° /25° 1.6 mm 7
26 May Thundery outbreaks possible
Thundery outbreaks possible
 32° /25° 0.3 mm 6
27 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 32° /25° 0.7 mm 7
28 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 32° /25° 0.4 mm 7
29 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 32° /25° 0.1 mm 7
30 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 32° /25° 0.9 mm 9
31 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 33° /25° 0.1 mm 7
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Anuradhapura in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Anuradhapura forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Anuradhapura in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Anuradhapura during May?

During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 32° and lows near 25°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.

How much rainfall should be expected in Anuradhapura during May?

Significant rainfall exceeding 143.4 mm is expected in Anuradhapura during May, occurring over more than 22 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

What are the typical wind conditions in Anuradhapura during May?

The average wind speed in Anuradhapura during May is 24 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Anuradhapura

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Anuradhapuras May weather 💧
Typically, Anuradhapura has 22 rainy days in May with a total of 143.4 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Anuradhapura during May

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