Climate Insights for Devinuwara

Matara District, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Hottest
February
31°C peak
Coldest
January
24°C low
Wettest
November
313mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Devinuwara is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 2232mm of precipitation falls per year. Devinuwara receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Devinuwara sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 24° Feb Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Mar Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 25° Apr Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 25° May Max: 30° Average: 28° Min: 26° Jun Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 26° Jul Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 25° Aug Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 25° Sep Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 25° Oct Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 25° Nov Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24° Dec Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24°
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Devinuwara has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 7°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 137mm Feb Precipitation: 75mm Mar Precipitation: 113mm Apr Precipitation: 176mm May Precipitation: 299mm Jun Precipitation: 178mm Jul Precipitation: 147mm Aug Precipitation: 163mm Sep Precipitation: 197mm Oct Precipitation: 254mm Nov Precipitation: 313mm Dec Precipitation: 181mm
Precipitation

Devinuwara is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2232mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 186mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 313mm of rainfall. May and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 75mm. That's 239mm less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 7km/h Feb Wind Speed: 8km/h Mar Wind Speed: 8km/h Apr Wind Speed: 9km/h May Wind Speed: 16km/h Jun Wind Speed: 19km/h Jul Wind Speed: 20km/h Aug Wind Speed: 19km/h Sep Wind Speed: 17km/h Oct Wind Speed: 14km/h Nov Wind Speed: 9km/h Dec Wind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed

Devinuwara is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 20km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 13km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 8km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 19km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

87 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Devinuwara, which began on September 23, 2026. Devinuwara sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 24°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 25 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 588mm across the season with a monthly average of 196mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 25 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 487mm across the season with a monthly average of 162mm. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 24 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 764mm across the season with a monthly average of 255mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 24 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 393mm across the season with a monthly average of 131mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Devinuwara based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
24 °C
30 °C
7 km/h
137 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
31 °C
8 km/h
75 mm
0 cm
Mar
25 °C
31 °C
8 km/h
113 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
31 °C
9 km/h
176 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
30 °C
16 km/h
299 mm
0 cm
Jun
26 °C
29 °C
19 km/h
178 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
29 °C
20 km/h
147 mm
0 cm
Aug
25 °C
29 °C
19 km/h
163 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
25 °C
29 °C
17 km/h
197 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
254 mm
0 cm
Nov
24 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
313 mm
0 cm
Dec
24 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
181 mm
0 cm
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