The climate of Bentota in May is humid. An average of 664 mm precipitation is recorded over 29 days. The situation is wetter than the previous month: in April, an average of 260 mm is recorded over 28 days.
Temperatures are warm in Bentota in May. The average maximum temperature reaches 30°C, while the minimum falls to about 28°C. The month's average temperature is 29°C. These normals should be compared with the records recorded in Bentota in May: 33°C as a maximum in 2010 and 19°C as a minimum in 2021. We can expect about 24 days with temperatures above 30°, or 77% of the month.
In May, the days last on average 12:25 in Bentota. The sun rises around 05:54 and sets around 18:19.
With very unfavorable weather, the month of May is generally not recommended for traveling to Bentota in Sri Lanka.
Some activities remain possible even if conditions are not optimal: Gastronomy.
By contrast, these activities are not recommended or are ill-suited in Bentota in May: Beach and swimming, Animal observation, Diving and snorkeling, Watersports, Nature and landscapes, Well-being and Boat trip and cruise.
