Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 29°C (85°F). Highs can soar to 34°C (94°F), while lows may dip to 26°C (79°F). Typically, the humidity level in Trincomalee throughout May hovers around 75%.
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In May, Trincomalee averages 65 mm (2.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 30 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 59 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 22% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Trincomalee reaches a maximum of 13, 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 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 8 | 4 | 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 | ||||||