Sri LankaThe weather in May in Nuwara Eliya
It's warm in May in Nuwara Eliya with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 18°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Nuwara Eliya. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2016, Nuwara Eliya reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 9°C to a highest value of 20°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 255 mm of precipitation, spread over 26 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Nuwara Eliya
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Nuwara Eliya. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Nuwara Eliya | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 26°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 16°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 255 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 26 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Nuwara Eliya with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 17°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 27°C, with nights around 18°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Nuwara Eliya is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Nuwara Eliya
Temperature in May in Nuwara Eliya over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Nuwara Eliya, 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.
Daily Precipitation in May in Nuwara Eliya
Total precipitation in May in Nuwara Eliya over the years
Daily UV index in May in Nuwara Eliya
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Nuwara Eliya, 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.
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Average weather in Nuwara Eliya by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nuwara Eliya. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.