Climate Insights for Kandy

Kandy District, Central Province, Sri Lanka

Hottest
April
29°C peak84°F peak
Coldest
January
18°C low64°F low
Wettest
November
381 mm rain15 in rain
Best to Visit
February, March, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kandy is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1,905 mm of precipitation falls per year. Kandy receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kandy sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Kandy is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 73°F and approximately 75 in of precipitation falls per year. Kandy receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kandy sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 18°FebMax: 26°Average: 22°Min: 18°MarMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°AprMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 20°MayMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°JunMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°JulMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 21°AugMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 21°SepMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 20°OctMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 20°NovMax: 26°Average: 22°Min: 19°DecMax: 25°Average: 22°Min: 19°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 77°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FFebMax: 79°FAverage: 71°FMin: 65°FMarMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 66°FAprMax: 84°FAverage: 75°FMin: 68°FMayMax: 82°FAverage: 75°FMin: 70°FJunMax: 82°FAverage: 75°FMin: 70°FJulMax: 81°FAverage: 75°FMin: 70°FAugMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 69°FSepMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 69°FOctMax: 80°FAverage: 73°FMin: 68°FNovMax: 78°FAverage: 72°FMin: 67°FDecMax: 77°FAverage: 71°FMin: 66°F
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Kandy sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 29°C. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.Kandy sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 64°F to 84°F. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 75°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 64°F and an average of 70°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 127mmFebPrecipitation: 79mmMarPrecipitation: 85mmAprPrecipitation: 155mmMayPrecipitation: 219mmJunPrecipitation: 60mmJulPrecipitation: 104mmAugPrecipitation: 101mmSepPrecipitation: 119mmOctPrecipitation: 310mmNovPrecipitation: 381mmDecPrecipitation: 164mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5inFebPrecipitation: 3.1inMarPrecipitation: 3.3inAprPrecipitation: 6.1inMayPrecipitation: 8.6inJunPrecipitation: 2.4inJulPrecipitation: 4.1inAugPrecipitation: 4inSepPrecipitation: 4.7inOctPrecipitation: 12.2inNovPrecipitation: 15inDecPrecipitation: 6.5in
Precipitation

Kandy is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,905 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 159 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 381 mm of rainfall. October and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 60 mm. That's 321 mm 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.Kandy is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 75 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.3 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 15 in of rainfall. October and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 2.4 in. That's 12.6 in 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/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 5km/hAprWind Speed: 4km/hMayWind Speed: 8km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 10km/hSepWind Speed: 9km/hOctWind Speed: 6km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 2mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
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Kandy is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7km/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 6km/h in winter, 6km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 7km/h in autumn.Kandy is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5mph 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 4mph in winter, 3mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan21°70°F
Feb22°71°F
Mar23°73°F
Apr24°75°F
May24°75°F
Jun24°75°F
Jul24°75°F
Aug23°74°F
Sep23°74°F
Oct23°73°F
Nov22°72°F
Dec22°71°F

The best time to visit Kandy is during February, March and June, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 74 mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 29°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 18°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.The best time to visit Kandy is during February, March and June, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 73°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.9 in per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 84°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 64°F. 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 Kandy 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kandy based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). 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
18 °C64 °F
25 °C77 °F
6 km/h4 mph
127 mm5 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
18 °C65 °F
26 °C79 °F
6 km/h4 mph
79 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
19 °C66 °F
28 °C82 °F
5 km/h3 mph
85 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
20 °C68 °F
29 °C84 °F
4 km/h2 mph
155 mm6.1 in
0 cm0 in
May
21 °C70 °F
28 °C82 °F
8 km/h5 mph
219 mm8.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
21 °C70 °F
28 °C82 °F
11 km/h7 mph
60 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
21 °C70 °F
27 °C81 °F
11 km/h7 mph
104 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
21 °C69 °F
27 °C81 °F
10 km/h7 mph
101 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
20 °C69 °F
27 °C81 °F
9 km/h6 mph
119 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
20 °C68 °F
27 °C80 °F
6 km/h4 mph
310 mm12.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
19 °C67 °F
26 °C78 °F
5 km/h3 mph
381 mm15 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
19 °C66 °F
25 °C77 °F
6 km/h4 mph
164 mm6.5 in
0 cm0 in