Annual average weather for Northern Province, Sri Lanka

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Annual Average Weather for Northern Province, Sri Lanka

The annual average maximum daily temperature is 32.1°C (89.8°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The annual average water temperature is typically 28.4°C (83.1°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. Annually there are on average 8.2 days of rain per month and 9.1 hours of sun per day.

When is the best time to visit Northern Province?

The best months to visit Northern Province are March, April, June, July, for the best beach weather, the most sunshine and optimal sunbathing and swimming conditions with the least chance of rain.

The sea is best for swimming between April and November when the sea temperature is above the average 28°C (83°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Can you sunbathe in Northern Province year round?

Yes, you can sunbathe in Northern Province all year round.

The coolest month in Northern Province is November when the average maximum temperature is 30°C (85°F), average temperature is 27°C (81°F) and average minimum temperature is 24°C (75°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

Can you swim in Northern Province year round?

Yes, you can swim in Northern Province all year round.

The warmest sea water temperatures in Northern Province are found in April when they peak at 30°C (86°F) and lowest in January when they dip to 27°C (80°F).

The sea is excellent for swimming all year round as the water temperature is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures

When is the hottest month in Northern Province?

The hottest month in Northern Province is June when the average maximum temperature is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days 35°C (95°F), average temperature is 31°C (87°F) and average minimum temperature is 27°C (80°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

When is the coldest month in Northern Province?

The coolest month in Northern Province is November when the average maximum temperature is 30°C (85°F), average temperature is 27°C (81°F) and average minimum temperature is 24°C (75°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine

When is the sunniest month in Northern Province?

The sunniest days in Northern Province are in October which has the most hours of sunshine per day. In October the sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.5hrs making the days long and bright.

More info about the annual sunshine.

When is the least sunny month in Northern Province?

January has the least sunshine. In January the sunshine percentage is 71% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.7hrs making the days long and bright.

More info about the annual sunshine.

When is the driest month in Northern Province?

The driest month in Northern Province is April with 0.2cm (0.1inches) of rain and June has the fewest days of rain with 1 days with some rain, an extremely dry time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall

When is the wettest month in Northern Province?

The wettest month in Northern Province is December with 21.5cm (8.5inches) of rain and the most days of rain with 18.5 days with some rain, a wet time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall.

When is the sea the coldest in Northern Province?

The coldest sea water temperatures in Northern Province are found in January when they dip to 27°C (80°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures.

When is the sea the warmest in Northern Province?

The warmest sea water temperatures in Northern Province are found in April when they peak at 30°C (86°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures.

When is the most humid month in Northern Province?

The most humid month in Northern Province is April with a dew point (an indicator of humidity) of 26°C (79°F) which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning.

More info about the annual humidity.

When is the least humid month in Northern Province?

The least humid month in Northern Province is January with a dew point of 23°C (74°F) which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan.

More info about the annual humidity.

When is the windiest month in Northern Province?

The most windy month in Northern Province is July when the average maximum windspeed is 21KM/H (13MPH) and the average wind speed is 14KM/H (9MPH).

More info about the annual wind conditions.

Annual Temperature for Northern Province

The hottest month in Northern Province is June when the average maximum temperature is 35°C (95°F), average temperature is 31°C (87°F) and average minimum temperature is 27°C (80°F).

The coolest month in Northern Province is November when the average maximum temperature is 30°C (30°F), average temperature is 27°C (81°F) and average minimum temperature is 24°C (75°F).

Annual Sunshine for Northern Province

The longest days in Northern Province are in June, with an average of 12.6 hours of daylight per day. December has the shortest days with an average of 11.6 hours of daylight per day.

The sunniest days in Northern Province are in October which has the most hours of sunshine per day. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.5hrs making the days long and bright.

January has the least sunshine. The sunshine percentage is 71% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.7hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index is the highest in March when it reaches 14.7 and lowest in December when it reaches 10.6.

An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Annual Sea Temperature for Northern Province

The warmest sea water temperatures in Northern Province are found in April when they peak at 30°C (86°F) and lowest in January when they dip to 27°C (80°F).

The sea is excellent for swimming all year round as the water temperature is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Annual Rainfall for Northern Province

The wettest month in Northern Province is December with 21.5cm (8.5inches) of rain and the most days of rain with 18.5 days with some rain, a wet time to visit the beach.

The driest month in Northern Province is April with 0.2cm (0.1inches) of rain and June has the fewest days of rain with 1 days with some rain, an extremely dry time to visit the beach.

Annual Humidity for Northern Province

The most humid month in Northern Province is April with a dew point (an indicator of humidity) of 26°C (79°F) which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning.

The least humid month in Northern Province is January with a dew point of 23°C (74°F) which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan.

Annual Wind Speed for Northern Province

The most windy month in Northern Province is July when the average maximum windspeed is 21KM/H (13MPH) and the average wind speed is 14KM/H (9MPH).

The least windy month in Northern Province is April when the average maximum windspeed is 8KM/H (5MPH) and the average wind speed is 5KM/H (3MPH).

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