Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Negombo, Sri Lanka, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 28°C (83°F). Highs can soar to 31°C (88°F), while lows may dip to 26°C (79°F). Typically, the humidity level in Negombo throughout May hovers around 76%.
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In May, Negombo averages 281 mm (11.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 29 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 26 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 3 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 17% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Negombo 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 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 9 | 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 | ||||||