The maximum temperature in Batticaloa is on average 31°C over the year, with values generally ranging between 27°C in January and 33°C in June. The climate is very wet, with about 2,823 mm of precipitation per year. The monthly minimum is 79 mm in June and the maximum reaches 546 mm in December.
The climate is suitable for a trip to Batticaloa in: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November. Nevertheless, the months when the weather is really pleasant are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September.
For swimming, the most favorable period for water temperature is April, May, June and October, with a water temperature above 29°C.
However, the best time to fully enjoy the beach and swimming is February, March, April, June and July.
Water sports are particularly favorable in: February, March, April, June and July. For scuba diving and snorkeling, the best months are February, March, April, June and July.
In terms of crowd levels, the quietest periods are in October and November, while crowding is high in July and August.
