May Weather in Matale

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%.

22°C (72°F)

Minimum temperature

26°C (80°F)

Average temperature

33°C (92°F)

Maximum temperature

79%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

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.

177 mm (7.0 inches)

Precipitation

24 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 20 minutes

Sunshine hours

16%

Chance of sun

UV Index

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.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  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
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

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