The climate of Arugam Bay
The current climate in Arugam Bay features temperatures ranging from a high of 35°C to a low of 29°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 33°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 22°C and in the warmer months around 25°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Arugam Bay in recent years was 40°C in July 2016. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 25°C in March 2022.
Rainfall amount
On average, Arugam Bay receives 1973 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
Best time to visit Arugam Bay?
The best time to visit Arugam Bay for sunny weather is April through September. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Arugam Bay. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Arugam Bay
The climate table of Arugam Bay shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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Temp. max (°C) | 29 | 30 | 31 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 35 | 34 | 33 | 32 | 30 | 30 |
Temp. min (°C) | 23 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 24 |
Precipitation | ||||||||||||
Precipitation (mm) | 190 | 184 | 122 | 97 | 109 | 61 | 56 | 61 | 81 | 229 | 387 | 396 |
UV Index | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 7 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Arugam Bay
Yearly Temperature in Arugam Bay
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Arugam Bay
Total Yearly Precipitation in Arugam Bay
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Arugam Bay
Weather experiences in Arugam Bay
The weather in Arugam Bay is rated an average of 3,9 out of 5 stars by 9 visitors. Have you been to Arugam Bay? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Temperatures are pleasant and there are some sunny spells, but be prepared for rainy days. Ideal for surfers because of the strong waves.
Sunny days were wonderfully interspersed with lovely rain in the late afternoon, making nature breathtakingly beautiful. Ideal weather for surfing and relaxing.
Despite the unpredictable rainfall, the temperature was pleasant. The evenings were calm and cool.
We had a few showers, but most were brief and refreshing.
Although it rained briefly at times, the sun soon shone. The air temperature remained at a pleasant 30 degrees. Be sure to wear sun protection!
An occasional rain shower could not spoil the fun. Ideal for surfing.
Although temperatures were pleasantly warm, our beach days were occasionally interrupted by unexpected rain showers. The humidity was also high.
There was a lot of sun on the beach and some rain, especially at night. The temperature was surprisingly warm, but not oppressive. Ideal for an active vacation!
The hot sun, interspersed with unexpected rain showers, makes it unpredictable. This can affect your vacation considerably.
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Average weather in Arugam Bay by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Arugam Bay. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.