Best Beaches in Sri Lanka in May

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These are the best beaches in Sri Lanka in May, based on average sunshine, sea temperature, rainfall and temperature. Though many factors can come into play when choosing your beach destination, the beach weather will often be a deciding factor. Here we list the top beaches based on the average weather conditions and sea temperature.

Best Beach Destinations in Sri Lanka in May

  • 33°C (91°F) Air
    29°C (85°F) Sea
    8.5 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    May has average maximum temperatures of 33°C (91°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 69% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.5hrs making the days long and bright. May has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Weligama Beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 29°C (85°F). May is an excellent month for swimming in Weligama Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 35°C (94°F) Air
    30°C (85°F) Sea
    9.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    6.0 Days of Rain

    May has average maximum temperatures of 35°C (94°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 73% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.1hrs making the days long and bright. May has total rainfall of 5.3cm (2.1inches) making it mostly dry with only light showers. There are just 6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a great time for sunbathing in Kokkilai Lagoon. Sea temperatures are a very warm 30°C (85°F). May is an excellent month for swimming in Kokkilai Lagoon with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 35°C (94°F) Air
    30°C (85°F) Sea
    7.9 Hrs of Sun / Day
    6.0 Days of Rain

    May has average maximum temperatures of 35°C (94°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 63% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.9hrs making the days quite long and bright. May has total rainfall of 5.3cm (2.1inches) making it mostly dry with only light showers. There are just 6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Nilaveli Beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 30°C (85°F). May is an excellent month for swimming in Nilaveli Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 31°C (88°F) Air
    29°C (85°F) Sea
    8.6 Hrs of Sun / Day
    13.5 Days of Rain

    May has average maximum temperatures of 31°C (88°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 69% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.6hrs making the days long and bright. May has total rainfall of 18.5cm (7.3inches) making it often dry with only moderate showers. There are only 13.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the many clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Unawatuna Beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 29°C (85°F). May is an excellent month for swimming in Unawatuna Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 31°C (88°F) Air
    29°C (85°F) Sea
    8.6 Hrs of Sun / Day
    13.5 Days of Rain

    May has average maximum temperatures of 31°C (88°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 69% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.6hrs making the days long and bright. May has total rainfall of 18.5cm (7.3inches) making it often dry with only moderate showers. There are only 13.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the many clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Dalawella Beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 29°C (85°F). May is an excellent month for swimming in Dalawella Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 31°C (88°F) Air
    29°C (85°F) Sea
    8.4 Hrs of Sun / Day
    13.5 Days of Rain

    May has average maximum temperatures of 31°C (88°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 68% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.4hrs making the days long and bright. May has total rainfall of 18.5cm (7.3inches) making it often dry with only moderate showers. There are only 13.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the many clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Hikkaduwa Beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 29°C (85°F). May is an excellent month for swimming in Hikkaduwa Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

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