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Haputale in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Haputale 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 Haputale, Sri Lanka.

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Haputale in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Haputale in May in summary
Very bad weather
Min 23°C Max 27°C 567 mm 24 day(s) 86% 47% UV 6 11.8 h/day
Possible activities in May
Well-being
Practical guidelines
Low crowds 05:50 18:15
Hourly weather

Average weather in Haputale in May 2027

Very bad weather

The weather in Haputale 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.

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Climate

Climate of Haputale in May

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

Temperatures and rain in Haputale 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

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Haputale in May

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Haputale in May

Check the seasonal normals in Haputale 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 25.2°C 25.0°C 24.7°C
Maximum temperature 27.7°C 27.2°C 26.9°C
Minimum temperature 22.7°C 22.8°C 22.5°C
Record maximum temperature 32.0°C
(2016)
31.0°C
(2009)
31.0°C
(2011)
Record low temperature 14.0°C
(2021)
15.0°C
(2021)
14.0°C
(2021)
Number of days at +30° 7 day(s)
(23%)
4 day(s)
(13%)
1 day(s)
(3%)
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%)
Wind
Wind speed 5 km/h 8 km/h 12 km/h
Wind temperature 22.7°C 22.8°C 22.5°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 553.8 mm 566.5 mm 232.0 mm
Number of days with precipitation 27 day(s)
(90%)
29 day(s)
(94%)
25 day(s)
(83%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 21 day(s)
(71%)
24 day(s)
(77%)
15 day(s)
(49%)
Record precipitation in one day 113.0 mm
(2014)
178.1 mm
(2016)
74.9 mm
(2015)
Other weather data
Humidity 84% 86% 82%
Visibility 7.3 km 7.6 km 8.8 km
Cloud cover 44% 47% 41%
UV index 6 6 6
Daily sunshine 11h 12h 12h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h58 05h50 05h51
Sunset time 18h14 18h15 18h22
Day length 12h16 12h25 12h31
Our opinion on the climate in May
The review of Where And When very bad weather very bad weather fair weather
Activities and events

What to do in Haputale in May?

Possible activities in May
Well-being
Activities not recommended in May
Hiking and trekkingNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Haputale in May last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
15°C20°C0.4 mm
2
Moderate or heavy rain shower
14°C21°C5.6 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
14°C22°C0.5 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
14°C21°C0.4 mm
5
Cloudy
16°C24°C0.5 mm
6
Moderate rain at times
15°C22°C0.6 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
16°C21°C0.6 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
14°C22°C1.5 mm
9
Overcast
15°C23°C0.3 mm
10
Patchy rain nearby
16°C23°C0.5 mm
11
Cloudy
14°C22°C0.4 mm
12
Overcast
15°C21°C0.1 mm
13
Overcast
16°C22°C0.2 mm
14
Cloudy
17°C23°C1.2 mm
15
Cloudy
17°C22°C0.3 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
16°C21°C0.3 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
14°C19°C0.9 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
14°C19°C2.0 mm
19
Moderate rain at times
16°C20°C4.9 mm
20
Moderate rain at times
15°C19°C2.3 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
15°C18°C4.0 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
17°C20°C0.6 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
17°C23°C0.4 mm
24
Moderate rain at times
16°C20°C1.8 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
16°C23°C2.1 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
16°C20°C0.7 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
14°C23°C0.9 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
15°C26°C0.4 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
19°C25°C0.2 mm
30
Light rain shower
19°C22°C1.4 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
18°C23°C1.2 mm
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Where to go near Haputale in May?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Haputale in May: your frequently asked questions

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

Not really. The weather conditions are unfavorable in Haputale in May, which places this month 10th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 27°C during the day and 23°C at night, with about 567 mm of precipitation spread over 24 rainy days.

Expect about 11.8 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No activity stands out as ideal this month, but conditions remain acceptable for Well-being.

No: this month is in Low crowds, with a visitor index of 18/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Haputale are: January and February. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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