Climate Insights for Hingurakgoda Minneriya Airport

Polonnaruwa District, North Central Province, Sri Lanka

Hottest
August
35°C peak
Coldest
January
22°C low
Wettest
November
340mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Hingurakgoda Minneriya Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 1325mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 340mm of rainfall. Hingurakgoda Minneriya Airport 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: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Feb Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° Mar Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 23° Apr Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 25° May Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 26° Jun Max: 35° Average: 30° Min: 27° Jul Max: 35° Average: 30° Min: 26° Aug Max: 35° Average: 30° Min: 26° Sep Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 26° Oct Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 25° Nov Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 24° Dec Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23°
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Hingurakgoda Minneriya Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 22°C to 35°C. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 30°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°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: 119mm Feb Precipitation: 48mm Mar Precipitation: 49mm Apr Precipitation: 88mm May Precipitation: 132mm Jun Precipitation: 17mm Jul Precipitation: 39mm Aug Precipitation: 32mm Sep Precipitation: 54mm Oct Precipitation: 221mm Nov Precipitation: 340mm Dec Precipitation: 185mm
Precipitation

Hingurakgoda Minneriya Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1325mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 110mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 340mm of rainfall. October and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 17mm. That's 323mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

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: 8km/h Feb Wind Speed: 8km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/h Apr Wind Speed: 6km/h May Wind Speed: 13km/h Jun Wind Speed: 19km/h Jul Wind Speed: 19km/h Aug Wind Speed: 18km/h Sep Wind Speed: 17km/h Oct Wind Speed: 10km/h Nov Wind Speed: 7km/h Dec Wind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed

Hingurakgoda Minneriya Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 19km/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 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, 9km/h in spring, 19km/h in summer, 11km/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 Hingurakgoda Minneriya Airport, which began on September 23, 2026. Hingurakgoda Minneriya Airport sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in August at around 35°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 22°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 23 to 35°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 270mm for the season, averaging 90mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 26 to 35°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 88mm over the season and a monthly average of 29mm. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 24 to 35°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 615mm across the season with a monthly average of 205mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 22 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 352mm across the season with a monthly average of 117mm. 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 Hingurakgoda Minneriya Airport 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
22 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
119 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
31 °C
8 km/h
48 mm
0 cm
Mar
23 °C
33 °C
7 km/h
49 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
35 °C
6 km/h
88 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
34 °C
13 km/h
132 mm
0 cm
Jun
27 °C
35 °C
19 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Jul
26 °C
35 °C
19 km/h
39 mm
0 cm
Aug
26 °C
35 °C
18 km/h
32 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
26 °C
35 °C
17 km/h
54 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
33 °C
10 km/h
221 mm
0 cm
Nov
24 °C
31 °C
7 km/h
340 mm
0 cm
Dec
23 °C
30 °C
7 km/h
185 mm
0 cm
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