Sri LankaWhat’s the climate like in Trincomalee?
The current climate in Trincomalee 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 23°C and in the warmer months around 27°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Trincomalee in recent years was 41°C in August 2023. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 23°C in December 2022.
On average, Trincomalee receives 1985 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
Best time to visit Trincomalee?
The best time to visit Trincomalee for sunny weather is March, April and June through August. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Trincomalee. 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.
Climate Table of Trincomalee
The climate table of Trincomalee 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 | 32 | 35 | 35 | 35 | 35 | 35 | 34 | 32 | 30 | 29 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 24 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 24 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 132 | 161 | 80 | 53 | 163 | 37 | 69 | 68 | 141 | 264 | 458 | 359 |
| 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.
- Average yearly temperature: 33°C
- Highest temperature: 35°C in April, May, June, July and August
- Lowest temperature: 29°C in January and December
- Precipitation: 1985 mm per year, averaging 165 mm per month
- Driest months: 37 mm in June, 53 mm in April and 68 mm in August
- Wettest months: 458 mm in November, 359 mm in December and 264 mm in October
Weather experiences in Trincomalee
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Average Temperature per Month in Trincomalee
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Trincomalee
This graph shows how much rainfall Trincomalee, Sri Lanka, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Trincomalee
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Trincomalee
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Trincomalee
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Trincomalee
The weather in Trincomalee is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 10 visitors. Have you been to Trincomalee? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Short, unpredictable showers brought welcome relief. Ideal for sun worshippers, a bit unpredictable for others.— This text is automatically translated to English
Large periods of sunshine alternate with unpredictable rainfall. The temperature is between 25 and 30 degrees and is ideal for relaxing. Don't forget to bring an umbrella in addition to your sunglasses.— This text is automatically translated to English
Warm temperatures combined with gentle rain made for a pleasant atmosphere. The only negative: high humidity. But the colorful sunsets made up for everything.— This text is automatically translated to English
February in Trincomalee was mostly warm and sunny, ideal for relaxing on the beach. Sometimes a sudden rain shower fell unexpectedly, but it never lasted long. In short, pleasant weather!— This text is automatically translated to English
There were scattered showers, but overall it was sunny with temperatures around 30 degrees. Perfect for the sun-worshippers among us!— This text is automatically translated to English
Occasional showers were expected, but temperatures remained warm and pleasant. On sunny days, sunbathing was quite possible!— This text is automatically translated to English
Heavy showers fell, but mostly in the evening. However, the days were sunny and the temperature was around 30°C. Ideal weather for relaxing on the beach.— This text is automatically translated to English
Reasonably warm weather apart from rain showers. It's fun to wander around and have adventures, but avoid lunch!— This text is automatically translated to English
Sometimes there were short but heavy showers. Ideal for sun worshippers!— This text is automatically translated to English
Temperatures range between a pleasant 25 and 30 degrees, perfect for a tropical vacation. Humidity is quite high, but that is normal in Sri Lanka. Despite the occasional rain, August is a good time to visit.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Trincomalee by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Trincomalee. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
