Climate Insights for Point Pedro

Jaffna District, Northern Province, Sri Lanka

Hottest
April
31°C peak
Coldest
January
25°C low
Wettest
November
325mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Point Pedro is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 1096mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 325mm of rainfall. Point Pedro 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: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Feb Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Mar Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Apr Max: 31° Average: 30° Min: 28° May Max: 31° Average: 30° Min: 28° Jun Max: 31° Average: 29° Min: 28° Jul Max: 30° Average: 29° Min: 28° Aug Max: 30° Average: 29° Min: 27° Sep Max: 30° Average: 28° Min: 27° Oct Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Nov Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Dec Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25°
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Point Pedro has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°C range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 30°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 25°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°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: 41mm Feb Precipitation: 15mm Mar Precipitation: 16mm Apr Precipitation: 15mm May Precipitation: 74mm Jun Precipitation: 24mm Jul Precipitation: 44mm Aug Precipitation: 58mm Sep Precipitation: 73mm Oct Precipitation: 169mm Nov Precipitation: 325mm Dec Precipitation: 243mm
Precipitation

Point Pedro is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1096mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 91mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 325mm of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 15mm. That's 310mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 5km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 6km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 6km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 5km/h Nov Wind Speed: 5km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Point Pedro is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 8km/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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

92 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Point Pedro, which began on June 21, 2026. Point Pedro 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 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 25°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 27 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 105mm over the season and a monthly average of 35mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 27 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 126mm over the season and a monthly average of 42mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 567mm across the season with a monthly average of 189mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 25 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 299mm for the season, averaging 100mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/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 Point Pedro 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
25 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
41 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Mar
27 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Apr
28 °C
31 °C
4 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
May
28 °C
31 °C
6 km/h
74 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
28 °C
31 °C
8 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
Jul
28 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
44 mm
0 cm
Aug
27 °C
30 °C
7 km/h
58 mm
0 cm
Sep
27 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
73 mm
0 cm
Oct
27 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
169 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
325 mm
0 cm
Dec
25 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
243 mm
0 cm
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