Sri Lanka in april: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?

How are weather conditions in Sri Lanka in april? Is it the perfect time to visit Galle and Dambulla? Check this with our datas and informations here.

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Weather in Sri Lanka in april 2021

Below, you have access to the weather forecast for the month of april for most popular cities in Sri Lanka. These datas are probabilities for april from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather indicated.

Weather details in april

Rainfall increases in frequency and intensity in April. Most localities in Sri Lanka are experiencing a strong increase in humidity and heat. The climate throughout April in Sri Lanka is unfavorable for a holiday in the sun.

April in Colombo and the West Coast of the Island

Sticky heat in the middle of days and frequent rains make the climate of Colombo unfavorable to tourist visits or walks. Indeed, the visitors risk being overwhelmed by the heat or inconvenienced by the rains.

April in Jaffna and the Extreme North of the Island

From the early hours of the day, temperatures are already high and promise a torrid heat for the rest of the day. Compared to the weather in Sri Lanka throughout April - the western part of the island, Jaffna is still acceptable due to its sunshine.

April in Trincomalee and the Northeast of the Island

Mornings and daytime environments are favored by a more mild weather as rains are scarce and heat is acceptable. We must, however, forget night strolls because the rains are often present and very intense.

April in Nuwara Eliya and the Central Plain

Do not account the climate of Nuwara Eliya for excursions to the great outdoors. It rains intensely throughout the month of April. Even if the heat is acceptable, the weather is bad.

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Where should you go in Sri Lanka in april when it comes to the weather?

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The climate in Sri Lanka in april ranges from good to tolerable depending on the region and city.

warning in april the weather varied depending on the city and regions of the country.

April is not the best month to go to in Sri Lanka. The weather in Wilpattu National Park, Arugam Bay, Trincomalee, Dambulla, Hikkaduwa, Puttalam, Batticaloa, Negombo, Galle, Anuradhapura and Colombo is just ok. The sun is not there all the time and you may be faced the rain regularly. Nonetheless, if you don't plan a pool & relaxation holiday in Sri Lanka but rather sightseeing or hiking, this climate may be good enough for you. In addition, there are surely fewer tourists this month.

But it is finally better than in Yala National Park, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Udawalawe National Park, Neluwa, Bentota, Ella, Kalutara and Jaffna and surrounding areas where the climate is very bad. It is not advisable to visit these areas this month.

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Climate in Sri Lanka in april

Climate in Colombo in april

In the month of april, maximum temperature is 94°F and minimum temperature is 85°F (for an average temperature of 90°F). The climate is very warm in this location in april. With 8in over 25 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your journey. But this is reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With proper weather, april is okay (but not good time) for traveling there in Sri Lanka.

	March	April	May
Average temperature	88°F	90°F	86°F
Highest temperature	94°F	94°F	90°F
Lowest temperature	85°F	85°F	85°F
Sea temperature	85°F	86°F	85°F
Rainfall	4.4in	8in	15.6in
Number of days with rainfall	18 day(s) (58%)	25 day(s) (82%)	27 day(s) (86%)
Humidity	78%	79%	81%
Daily sunshine hours	11	11	12
Cloud cover	28%	37%	52%
Length of day	12:05	12:16	12:26
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	good	tolerable	tolerable

more information about the climate in Colombo in april

Climate in Jaffna in april

In april, maximum temperature is 92°F and minimum temperature is 86°F (for an average temperature of 88°F). The climate is very hot in that area in april. With 2in over 5 days, rainfall can happen during your stay. But this is rather moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With a bad climate, the month of april is not the best time to go in that area in Sri Lanka.

	March	April	May
Average temperature	86°F	88°F	90°F
Highest temperature	90°F	92°F	92°F
Lowest temperature	83°F	86°F	88°F
Sea temperature	84°F	87°F	86°F
Rainfall	1in	2in	1.8in
Number of days with rainfall	4 day(s) (13%)	5 day(s) (17%)	6 day(s) (20%)
Humidity	78%	78%	80%
Daily sunshine hours	12	13	13
Cloud cover	16%	19%	22%
Length of day	12:04	12:20	12:33
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	good	tolerable	tolerable

more information about the climate in Jaffna in april

Climate in Anuradhapura in april

In the month of april, the mean temperature in Anuradhapura is 88°F (maximum temperature is 95°F and minimum temperature is 81°F). The climate is very warm there in april. With 6.8in over 21 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your trip. But this is rather moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a correct weather, april is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in that area in Sri Lanka.

	March	April	May
Average temperature	86°F	88°F	88°F
Highest temperature	94°F	95°F	94°F
Lowest temperature	77°F	81°F	81°F
Rainfall	3.2in	6.8in	4in
Number of days with rainfall	12 day(s) (38%)	21 day(s) (69%)	13 day(s) (42%)
Humidity	84%	84%	83%
Daily sunshine hours	12	12	13
Cloud cover	26%	31%	38%
Length of day	12:04	12:17	12:30
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	good	tolerable	good

more information about the climate in Anuradhapura in april

Climate in Arugam Bay in april

In the month of april, maximum temperature is 92°F and minimum temperature is 83°F (for an average temperature of 86°F). The climate is very hot in this city in this month. With 3.9in over 17 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your holidays. But this is rather moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a correct weather, april is okay (but not good time) for traveling in this locality in Sri Lanka.

	March	April	May
Average temperature	85°F	86°F	88°F
Highest temperature	90°F	92°F	94°F
Lowest temperature	79°F	83°F	83°F
Rainfall	3in	3.9in	4.3in
Number of days with rainfall	10 day(s) (34%)	17 day(s) (57%)	20 day(s) (63%)
Humidity	82%	81%	79%
Daily sunshine hours	12	13	13
Cloud cover	24%	20%	22%
Length of day	12:05	12:16	12:26
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	good	good	tolerable

more information about the climate in Arugam Bay in april

Climate in Batticaloa in april

In the month of april, maximum temperature is 92°F and minimum temperature is 83°F (for an average temperature of 86°F). The climate is burning in that area in this month. With 3.9in over 17 days, rainfall can happen during your stay. But this is pretty moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With proper weather, the month of april is okay (but not good month) for traveling there in Sri Lanka.

	March	April	May
Average temperature	85°F	86°F	88°F
Highest temperature	90°F	92°F	94°F
Lowest temperature	79°F	83°F	83°F
Rainfall	3in	3.9in	4.3in
Number of days with rainfall	10 day(s) (34%)	17 day(s) (57%)	20 day(s) (63%)
Humidity	82%	81%	79%
Daily sunshine hours	12	13	13
Cloud cover	24%	20%	22%
Length of day	12:04	12:17	12:28
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	good	good	tolerable

more information about the climate in Batticaloa in april

All cities in Sri Lanka in april

Colombo in april	tolerable weather
Jaffna in april	tolerable weather
Anuradhapura in april	tolerable weather
Arugam Bay in april	good weather
Batticaloa in april	good weather
Bentota in april	tolerable weather
Dambulla in april	tolerable weather
Ella in april	tolerable weather
Galle in april	tolerable weather
Hikkaduwa in april	tolerable weather
Kalutara in april	tolerable weather
Kandy in april	tolerable weather
Negombo in april	tolerable weather
Neluwa in april	tolerable weather
Nuwara Eliya in april	tolerable weather
Udawalawe National Park in april	tolerable weather
Wilpattu National Park in april	tolerable weather
Yala National Park in april	tolerable weather
Puttalam in april	good weather
Trincomalee in april	tolerable weather
Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia in april	tolerable weather

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Weather data for Sri Lanka in april:

Weather data for Sri Lanka in april is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Sri Lanka. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Sri Lanka can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Sri Lanka.