Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Matale, Sri Lanka, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 26°C (80°F). Highs can soar to 33°C (92°F), while lows may dip to 22°C (72°F). Typically, the humidity level in Matale throughout May hovers around 79%.
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In May, Matale averages 177 mm (7.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 24 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 27 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 20 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 16% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Matale reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 2 | 5 | 8 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||