When is the best time to go to Hikkaduwa?

When is the best time to go to Hikkaduwa? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in Hikkaduwa are January, February and March
  • On average, it is hot all year round
  • The rainiest months are May and June
  • The sea temperature is suitable for swimming all year round


Annual weather in Hikkaduwa

For full information about the climate and weather in Hikkaduwa a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

January 81°F/86°F
4.3in
February 81°F/88°F
4.3in
March 83°F/88°F
6.2in
April 85°F/88°F
10.7in
May 83°F/86°F
25.9in
June 83°F/85°F
21.3in
July 83°F/85°F
17in
August 81°F/85°F
20in
September 81°F/85°F
19.4in
October 81°F/86°F
15.6in
November 81°F/86°F
14.3in
December 81°F/86°F
8.2in


Weather and climate in Hikkaduwa

Hikkaduwa enjoys an equatorial (or tropical rainforest) climate in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Hikkaduwa is 86°F (ranging from 85°F in august to 88°F in march). Annual rainfall is 166.8in, with a minimum of 4.3in in january and a maximum of 25.9in in may.
  • Between january and february the climate is favorable. By early evening, the temperature averages 81°F.
  • From march to april the climate is correct. The record temperature this month is 92°F and, in april, 17 days of rain are expected.
  • Between may and september the climate is very bad. At lunchtime, it's 85°F in average and it rains about 19.4in each month.
  • Between october and december the climate is correct. the thermometer goes up to 86°F°C and it rains about 8.2in each month.

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Charts: temperature and rainfall in Hikkaduwa

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Hikkaduwa: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Sea temperature

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Hikkaduwa

Find out when Hikkaduwa has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Hikkaduwa

  • Very low season in Hikkaduwa
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: May, June, August, September and October.
  • Low season in Hikkaduwa
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: April, July and November.
  • High season in Hikkaduwa
    The number of visitors to Hikkaduwa is high in: February and March.
  • Peak season in Hikkaduwa
    The largest number of tourists visiting Hikkaduwa is during: January and December.

Figure: Visitor index for Hikkaduwa month by month



Best time for low prices in Hikkaduwa

Average prices of hotels in Hikkaduwa month by month

Generally, October is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Hikkaduwa. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, February is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

Find the best price for your hotel room


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