Sri LankaThe weather in May in Sigiriya
It's hot in May in Sigiriya with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 25°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Sigiriya, 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 36°C in 2022, Sigiriya reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 21°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 378 mm of precipitation, spread over 27 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Sigiriya
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sigiriya. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Sigiriya | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 33°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 24°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 378 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 27 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Sigiriya with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 24°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 33°C, with nights around 25°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Sigiriya is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°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 Sigiriya, 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 Sigiriya
Temperature in May in Sigiriya over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Sigiriya, 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 Sigiriya
Total precipitation in May in Sigiriya over the years
Daily UV index in May in Sigiriya
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Sigiriya, 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 Sigiriya by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sigiriya. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.