Is May a good month to visit Hikkaduwa?

May sits in the wet season period, so trip quality depends on your preferred weather, crowd levels, and pace.

What should I pack for Hikkaduwa in May?

Average highs around 29.5C and lows near 25.6C. Pack quick-dry clothing and a light waterproof layer for May.

What weather should I expect in Hikkaduwa during May?

May typically averages around 27.6C, with about 343.7mm of rain across 27 days.

Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka

Hikkaduwa in May

Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka

Visiting Hikkaduwa in May means experiencing the wet season. As a tropical destination, expect warm temperatures year-round with higher rainfall and humidity.

SeasonWet season

Travel StyleRelax & Unwind

Cost$

Weather in Hikkaduwa in May

Average highs around 29.5C and lows near 25.6C. 343.7mm average precipitation and about 27 rainy days. May typically sits between April and June conditions, so it is useful for travelers wanting a balanced window in Hikkaduwa. Pack quick-dry clothing and a light waterproof layer for May.

Avg High29.5C

Avg Low25.6C

Rainy Days27

Precipitation343.7mm

Daylight12.4h/day

Sunshine9h/day

Wind18.7 km/h

UVmoderate

Humidityhumid

Temperature

May brings wet season conditions in Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka. The average temperature is about 27.6C, with lows near 25.6C and highs around 29.5C.

Sunshine Hours

Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka usually gets around 9 hours of sunshine per day in May, with roughly 12.4 daylight hours available for sightseeing.

Rain

May sees around 343.7mm of rainfall over about 27 days. Rain can occur for around 15.4 hours per day on average.

Humidity

Humidity in May is generally humid for Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka, especially when rainfall periods increase.

Hikkaduwa in May

Hikkaduwa in May