Climate Insights for Gregory Lake Seaplane Base

Nuwara Eliya District, Central Province, Sri Lanka

Hottest
April
26°C peak
Coldest
January
16°C low
Wettest
October
432mm rain
Best to Visit
February
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Gregory Lake Seaplane Base is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 2624mm of precipitation falls per year. Gregory Lake Seaplane Base receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gregory Lake Seaplane Base sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 16° Feb Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 16° Mar Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Apr Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 18° May Max: 25° Average: 22° Min: 19° Jun Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 19° Jul Max: 24° Average: 21° Min: 19° Aug Max: 24° Average: 21° Min: 18° Sep Max: 24° Average: 21° Min: 18° Oct Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 18° Nov Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 18° Dec Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 17°
Max
Average
Min

Gregory Lake Seaplane Base has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 19°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 111mm Feb Precipitation: 99mm Mar Precipitation: 108mm Apr Precipitation: 217mm May Precipitation: 327mm Jun Precipitation: 132mm Jul Precipitation: 182mm Aug Precipitation: 194mm Sep Precipitation: 229mm Oct Precipitation: 432mm Nov Precipitation: 404mm Dec Precipitation: 188mm
Precipitation

Gregory Lake Seaplane Base is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2624mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 219mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 432mm of rainfall. November and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 99mm. That's 333mm less than October, 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 8km/h Feb Wind Speed: 8km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/h Apr Wind Speed: 6km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 15km/h Jul Wind Speed: 15km/h Aug Wind Speed: 14km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 7km/h Dec Wind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed

Gregory Lake Seaplane Base is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 9km/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, 8km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Gregory Lake Seaplane Base, which began on March 20, 2026. Gregory Lake Seaplane Base sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in April at around 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 16°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 17 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 652mm across the season with a monthly average of 217mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 509mm across the season with a monthly average of 170mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 18 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1066mm across the season with a monthly average of 355mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 16 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 398mm across the season with a monthly average of 133mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 19°
Feb 20°
Mar 21°
Apr 22°
May 22°
Jun 21°
Jul 21°
Aug 21°
Sep 21°
Oct 20°
Nov 20°
Dec 20°

The best time to visit Gregory Lake Seaplane Base is during February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 99mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 16°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gregory Lake Seaplane Base 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
16 °C
24 °C
8 km/h
111 mm
0 cm
Feb
16 °C
24 °C
8 km/h
99 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
17 °C
26 °C
7 km/h
108 mm
0 cm
Apr
18 °C
26 °C
6 km/h
217 mm
0 cm
May
19 °C
25 °C
10 km/h
327 mm
0 cm
Jun
19 °C
25 °C
15 km/h
132 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
24 °C
15 km/h
182 mm
0 cm
Aug
18 °C
24 °C
14 km/h
194 mm
0 cm
Sep
18 °C
24 °C
13 km/h
229 mm
0 cm
Oct
18 °C
24 °C
9 km/h
432 mm
0 cm
Nov
18 °C
24 °C
7 km/h
404 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
24 °C
8 km/h
188 mm
0 cm
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