Climate Insights for Ampara

The climate in Ampara is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1597mm of precipitation falls per year. Ampara receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ampara sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Ampara sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 22°C to 34°C. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 34°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.

Ampara is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1597mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 133mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 300mm of rainfall. October and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 70mm. That's 230mm 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.

Ampara is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently summer in Ampara, which began on June 21, 2026. Ampara sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in June at around 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 22°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

The best time to visit Ampara is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 94mm per month. By contrast, June 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.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ampara 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.