Weather in Northern Province, Sri Lanka in May

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Visiting Northern Province, Sri Lanka in May

The weather in May is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into June. 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. It is a great time for sunbathing in Northern Province.

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.

Sea temperatures are a very warm 30°C (85°F). May is an excellent month for swimming in Northern Province with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day. The sea temperature in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June.

Consider visiting Northern Province in the months of March, April, June, July, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.

Can you sunbathe in Northern Province in May?

Yes, May is a great time for sunbathing in Northern Province.

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.

More about May temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Northern Province in May?

Yes, May is an excellent month for swimming in Northern Province with very warm sea temperatures 30°C (85°F).

More about May sea temperatures.

Is May a good time to holiday in Northern Province?

Yes, May is a great time for a holiday in Northern Province.

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 Northern Province. Sea temperatures are a very warm 30°C (85°F). May is an excellent month for swimming in Northern Province with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

More about the May temperatures and sunshine.

Is Northern Province warm in May?

Yes, Northern Province is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days in May.

The average maximum temperature in Northern Province in May is 35°C (94°F). The average maximum temperature is 33°C (92°) in the previous month and 35°C (95°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Northern Province in May is 31°C (87°F). The average temperature is 30°C (85°F) in the previous month and 31°C (87°F) in the next month.

More info about the May temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Northern Province in May?

The average day light hours per day in Northern Province in May are 12.5. 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.

More about May sunshine.

Temperature in Northern Province in May

The weather in May is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into June. The average maximum temperature in Northern Province in May is 35°C (94°F). The average maximum temperature is 33°C (92°F) in the previous month and 35°C (95°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Northern Province in May is 31°C (87°F). The average temperature is 30°C (85°F) in the previous month and 31°C (87°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Northern Province in May is 26°C (79°F). The minimum temperature is 26°C (79°F) in the previous month and 27°C (80°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Northern Province in May

The days in May are marginally longer than the previous month and the days continue to get marginally longer into June. May has less hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop slightly into June. During May the average day light hours are 12.5 per day in Northern Province. 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.

The ultraviolet index in Northern Province in May is typically 13.5 during May. 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.

Sea Temperature in Northern Province in May

The average sea water temperature in Northern Province in May is 29.6°C (85.3°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. The sea temperature in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June.

Rainfall in Northern Province in May

May weather is wetter than the previous month. May has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Northern Province in May is 5.3cm (2.1inches) and on average there are 6 rainy days in May making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Northern Province in May

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Northern Province in May is 25°C (78°F) which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning. The dew point is 26°C (79°F) in the previous month and 24°C (24°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Northern Province in May is typically 83%. The maximum relative humidity is 86.6% in the previous month and 74.7% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Northern Province in May is typically 68.2%. The average relative humidity is 72.2% in the previous month and 60.8% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Northern Province in May

The average maximum wind speed in Northern Province in May is typically 14KM/H (9MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 8KM/H (5MPH) in the previous month and 18KM/H (11MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Northern Province in May is typically 9KM/H (6MPH). The average wind speed is 5KM/H (3MPH) in the previous month and 14KM/H (9MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Northern Province in May is from the North.

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