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Hambantota in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Hambantota in May 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether May is a good month to travel to Hambantota, Sri Lanka.

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Hambantota in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Hambantota in May in summary
Favourable weather
Min 28°C Max 31°C 182 mm 10 day(s) 80% 32% 30°C UV 7 12.2 h/day
Possible activities in May
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Low crowds 05:50 18:14
Hourly weather

Average weather in Hambantota in May 2027

Favourable weather

The weather in Hambantota in May 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in May. This allows you to forecast the weather in May 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

From 1st to 31 May 2027
0h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
11 days out of 31 (35%)
27.0°C
Other common conditions
Clear/Sunny
8 days out of 31 (25%)
Moderate rain at times
8 days out of 31 (25%)
Heavy rain
2 days out of 31 (6%)
3h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
11 days out of 31 (35%)
28.8°C
Other common conditions
Clear/Sunny
10 days out of 31 (32%)
Moderate rain at times
8 days out of 31 (25%)
Heavy rain
2 days out of 31 (6%)
6h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
15 days out of 31 (48%)
30.5°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
7 days out of 31 (22%)
Moderate rain at times
6 days out of 31 (19%)
Heavy rain
2 days out of 31 (6%)
9h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
13 days out of 31 (41%)
30.5°C
Other common conditions
Moderate rain at times
9 days out of 31 (29%)
Partly Cloudy
5 days out of 31 (16%)
Heavy rain
3 days out of 31 (9%)
12h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
12 days out of 31 (38%)
29.3°C
Other common conditions
Moderate rain at times
7 days out of 31 (22%)
Partly Cloudy
6 days out of 31 (19%)
Heavy rain
5 days out of 31 (16%)
15h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
11 days out of 31 (35%)
28.0°C
Other common conditions
Moderate rain at times
8 days out of 31 (25%)
Partly Cloudy
6 days out of 31 (19%)
Heavy rain
4 days out of 31 (12%)
18h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
9 days out of 31 (29%)
27.5°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
9 days out of 31 (29%)
Moderate rain at times
7 days out of 31 (22%)
Heavy rain
5 days out of 31 (16%)
21h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
10 days out of 31 (32%)
27.0°C
Other common conditions
Clear/Sunny
9 days out of 31 (29%)
Moderate rain at times
8 days out of 31 (25%)
Heavy rain
2 days out of 31 (6%)
Climate

Climate of Hambantota in May

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Hambantota in May.

Temperatures and rain in Hambantota in May

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in May.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of May is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Hambantota in May

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Hambantota in May

Check the seasonal normals in Hambantota in May and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
May
Weather data April May June
Outside temperature
Average temperature 29.4°C 29.3°C 29.1°C
Maximum temperature 30.9°C 30.7°C 30.6°C
Minimum temperature 27.8°C 27.9°C 27.7°C
Record maximum temperature 33.0°C
(2013)
 33.0°C
(2013)
 33.0°C
(2014)
Record low temperature 26.0°C
(2009)
 26.0°C
(2010)
 26.0°C
(2009)
Number of days at +30° 29 day(s)
(97%)
 28 day(s)
(90%)
 28 day(s)
(93%)
Number of days at +18° 30 day(s)
(100%)
 31 day(s)
(100%)
 30 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
 0 day(s)
(0%)
 0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 29.7°C 29.0°C 28.2°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 28.5°C 27.8°C 27.1°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 30.9°C 30.4°C 29.5°C
Wind
Wind speed 18 km/h 26 km/h 31 km/h
Wind temperature 27.8°C 28.0°C 27.7°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 220.4 mm 182.1 mm 36.3 mm
Number of days with precipitation 24 day(s)
(80%)
 19 day(s)
(61%)
 11 day(s)
(37%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 14 day(s)
(45%)
 10 day(s)
(31%)
 2 day(s)
(5%)
Record precipitation in one day 57.9 mm
(2014)
 59.2 mm
(2018)
 30.4 mm
(2019)
Other weather data
Humidity 80% 80% 78%
Visibility 9.3 km 9.4 km 9.9 km
Cloud cover 26% 32% 31%
UV index 7 7 7
Daily sunshine 12h 12h 13h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h58 05h50 05h52
Sunset time 18h13 18h14 18h20
Day length 12h15 12h24 12h28
Our opinion on the climate in May
The review of Where And When fair weather favourable weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Hambantota in May?

Possible activities in May
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Hambantota in May last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Hambantota in May 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Cloudy
27°C29°C0.0 mm
2
Cloudy
29°C30°C0.4 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
28°C30°C0.3 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
29°C31°C0.5 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
29°C30°C0.3 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
28°C30°C0.4 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C0.9 mm
8
Cloudy
28°C32°C0.0 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
27°C31°C0.2 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
29°C33°C0.1 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
29°C32°C0.1 mm
12
Partly Cloudy
29°C32°C0.0 mm
13
Partly Cloudy
29°C34°C0.0 mm
14
Partly Cloudy
29°C33°C0.0 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
30°C33°C0.2 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
30°C33°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
29°C32°C0.0 mm
18
Cloudy
29°C30°C0.0 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
28°C30°C1.0 mm
20
Cloudy
28°C33°C0.2 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C2.2 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
29°C32°C0.6 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
29°C31°C0.4 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
29°C31°C0.4 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.4 mm
26
Cloudy
27°C30°C0.5 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C1.4 mm
28
Partly Cloudy
28°C30°C0.6 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
28°C30°C1.7 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
28°C30°C2.7 mm
31
Partly Cloudy
28°C31°C0.4 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Hambantota in May?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Hambantota in May: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Yes, it’s a good time. Conditions are favorable in Hambantota in May, which places this month 5th out of 12.

Expect an average of 31°C during the day and 28°C at night, with about 182 mm of precipitation spread over 10 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 29°C on average in May, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 12.2 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No activity stands out as ideal this month, but conditions remain acceptable for Beach and swimming, Animal observation, Diving and snorkeling and Watersports.

No: this month is in Low crowds, with a visitor index of 24/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

The most favorable months in Hambantota are: January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and December. You are therefore already in one of the best times of the year; shifting your plans would not gain you much in terms of weather.
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