Is December a good time to go to Sri Lanka?
Weather: During the months of December to April, most of the island country experiences a beautiful hot and dry climate. With ample sunshine, clear blue skies and lush green landscapes, this period is considered to the best climate to visit Sri Lanka in.
Is Sri Lanka cold in December?
In December, Colombo experiences highs of around 88°F and lows of 75°F, with a few days of rain during the month. Temperatures in Kandy are slightly cooler, with highs around 82°F. In tea country, the weather tends to be damp and much colder than the rest of the island year-round.
What season is it in Sri Lanka in December?
The south-western monsoon brings rain to the south-west of Sri Lanka between May and September, while the dry season in this region runs from December to March.
Does it rain in Sri Lanka in December?
The average high in Colombo is 30ºC in December, which stays lovely and warm in the evenings as temperatures only drop to 22ºC. The sea temperature’s 28ºC, while humidity’s high. There’s 166mm of rain over ten days, and you can expect 12 hours of daylight with seven hours of sunshine each day.
Does Sri Lanka get snow?
When does it snow in Sri Lanka? The country experience two peaks in rains: It rains and snows the most in April and May in the southwest and interior from October to December, which is influenced by the retreating monsoon, affecting the entire country.
Is Sri Lanka hot in December?
Days are usually hot with balmy evenings, so visitors should pack light and cool clothing. The average daily maximum is 31 C and the average daily minimum is 24 C.
Where is best for winter sun?
Top 10 winter sun holiday destinations
- The Canary Islands. With frequent flights from all over the UK, taking around four hours, Spain’s Canary Islands of Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura and La Palma are a big draw year round.
- The Middle East.
- Morocco.
- South Africa.
- The Maldives.
- Goa.
- Australia.
- The Caribbean.