Climate Insights for Sigiriya Airport

Matale District, Central Province, Sri Lanka

Hottest
April
34°C peak
Coldest
January
21°C low
Wettest
November
302mm rain
Best to Visit
January
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sigiriya Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1198mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 302mm of rainfall. Sigiriya Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Feb Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° Mar Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 23° Apr Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 24° May Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 25° Jun Max: 33° Average: 29° Min: 26° Jul Max: 33° Average: 29° Min: 26° Aug Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 25° Sep Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 25° Oct Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° Nov Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Dec Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22°
Max
Average
Min

Sigiriya Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 34°C. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°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: 83mm Feb Precipitation: 48mm Mar Precipitation: 47mm Apr Precipitation: 80mm May Precipitation: 128mm Jun Precipitation: 17mm Jul Precipitation: 32mm Aug Precipitation: 33mm Sep Precipitation: 48mm Oct Precipitation: 208mm Nov Precipitation: 302mm Dec Precipitation: 171mm
Precipitation

Sigiriya Airport is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1198mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 100mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 302mm of rainfall. October and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 17mm. That's 285mm 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 25km/h 30km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 14km/h Feb Wind Speed: 15km/h Mar Wind Speed: 13km/h Apr Wind Speed: 12km/h May Wind Speed: 20km/h Jun Wind Speed: 26km/h Jul Wind Speed: 25km/h Aug Wind Speed: 25km/h Sep Wind Speed: 23km/h Oct Wind Speed: 16km/h Nov Wind Speed: 13km/h Dec Wind Speed: 14km/h
Wind Speed

Sigiriya Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/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 26km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 14km/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 14km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 25km/h in summer, 17km/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 Sigiriya Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Sigiriya 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 April at around 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 21°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 23 to 34°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 255mm for the season, averaging 85mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 25 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 82mm over the season and a monthly average of 27mm. Winds are strong, averaging 25km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 558mm across the season with a monthly average of 186mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 21 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 302mm across the season with a monthly average of 101mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 25°
Feb 25°
Mar 27°
Apr 29°
May 28°
Jun 29°
Jul 29°
Aug 28°
Sep 28°
Oct 27°
Nov 26°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Sigiriya Airport is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 83mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 34°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 Sigiriya 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
21 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
83 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
30 °C
15 km/h
48 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
23 °C
32 °C
13 km/h
47 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
34 °C
12 km/h
80 mm
0 cm
May
25 °C
33 °C
20 km/h
128 mm
0 cm
Jun
26 °C
33 °C
26 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Jul
26 °C
33 °C
25 km/h
32 mm
0 cm
Aug
25 °C
33 °C
25 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Sep
25 °C
33 °C
23 km/h
48 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
32 °C
16 km/h
208 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
30 °C
13 km/h
302 mm
0 cm
Dec
22 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
171 mm
0 cm
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