Sri LankaAverage weather for Jaffna in May
It's hot in May in Jaffna with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 28°C and 29°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Jaffna with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 28°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 33°C, with nights around 29°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Jaffna is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 29°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In May, there is an average of 157 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Jaffna in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
33°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
34°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
32°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
157 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
12 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Jaffna?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Jaffna. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2016, Jaffna reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 24°C to a highest value of 31°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Jaffna
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Jaffna, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Jaffna
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Jaffna, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 12 days of precipitation in Jaffna.
Daily UV index in May in Jaffna
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Jaffna, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Jaffna over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Jaffna, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Jaffna over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Jaffna, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Jaffna
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Average weather in Jaffna by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Jaffna. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
