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Horton Plains National Park in April 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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

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Horton Plains National Park in April 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Horton Plains National Park in April in summary
Very bad weather
Min 23°C Max 28°C 554 mm 21 day(s) 84% 44% UV 6 11.2 h/day
Activities not recommended in April
Hiking and trekkingAnimal observationNature and landscapes
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 05:59 18:15
Hourly weather

Average weather in Horton Plains National Park in April 2027

Very bad weather

The weather in Horton Plains National Park in April 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in April. This allows you to forecast the weather in April 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 Horton Plains National Park in April

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Horton Plains National Park in April.

Temperatures and rain in Horton Plains National Park in April

Average daily weather

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

Monthly temperatures

The month of April 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 Horton Plains National Park in April

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Horton Plains National Park in April

Check the seasonal normals in Horton Plains National Park in April 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
April
Weather data March April May
Outside temperature
Average temperature 24.8°C 25.2°C 25.0°C
Maximum temperature 27.7°C 27.7°C 27.2°C
Minimum temperature 22.0°C 22.7°C 22.8°C
Record maximum temperature 33.0°C
(2009)
32.0°C
(2016)
31.0°C
(2009)
Record low temperature 12.0°C
(2021)
14.0°C
(2021)
15.0°C
(2021)
Number of days at +30° 7 day(s)
(23%)
7 day(s)
(23%)
4 day(s)
(13%)
Number of days at +18° 31 day(s)
(100%)
30 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Wind
Wind speed 6 km/h 5 km/h 8 km/h
Wind temperature 22.0°C 22.7°C 22.8°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 292.5 mm 553.8 mm 566.5 mm
Number of days with precipitation 21 day(s)
(68%)
27 day(s)
(90%)
29 day(s)
(94%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 13 day(s)
(41%)
21 day(s)
(71%)
24 day(s)
(77%)
Record precipitation in one day 153.0 mm
(2010)
113.0 mm
(2014)
178.1 mm
(2016)
Other weather data
Humidity 78% 84% 86%
Visibility 7.5 km 7.3 km 7.6 km
Cloud cover 38% 44% 47%
UV index 6 6 6
Daily sunshine 10h 11h 12h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h13 05h59 05h50
Sunset time 18h18 18h15 18h16
Day length 12h05 12h16 12h26
Our opinion on the climate in April
The review of Where And When fair weather very bad weather very bad weather
Activities and events

What to do in Horton Plains National Park in April?

Activities not recommended in April
Hiking and trekkingAnimal observationNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Horton Plains National Park in April last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Horton Plains National Park in April 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
14°C22°C2.0 mm
2
Moderate or heavy rain shower
14°C20°C3.6 mm
3
Heavy rain at times
15°C19°C9.0 mm
4
Moderate or heavy rain shower
14°C19°C9.2 mm
5
Moderate or heavy rain shower
15°C19°C10.6 mm
6
Moderate rain at times
14°C21°C1.1 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
16°C22°C0.8 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
15°C21°C0.5 mm
9
Moderate rain at times
14°C21°C1.0 mm
10
Patchy rain nearby
13°C18°C2.6 mm
11
Overcast
14°C20°C1.5 mm
12
Moderate rain at times
14°C20°C1.1 mm
13
Moderate rain at times
14°C22°C1.2 mm
14
Moderate rain at times
14°C21°C2.0 mm
15
Moderate rain at times
15°C22°C1.1 mm
16
Moderate rain at times
15°C21°C1.2 mm
17
Moderate rain at times
14°C21°C0.9 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
16°C21°C1.1 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
15°C21°C0.7 mm
20
Moderate rain at times
16°C21°C0.8 mm
21
Moderate or heavy rain shower
15°C21°C2.5 mm
22
Moderate or heavy rain shower
15°C21°C2.4 mm
23
Moderate or heavy rain shower
16°C21°C2.4 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
15°C22°C0.7 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
15°C21°C2.2 mm
26
Moderate rain at times
15°C20°C1.1 mm
27
Moderate or heavy rain shower
15°C21°C8.9 mm
28
Light rain shower
15°C25°C8.2 mm
29
Moderate or heavy rain shower
15°C20°C8.7 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
15°C22°C3.1 mm
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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Horton Plains National Park in April: 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 Horton Plains National Park in April, which places this month 9th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 28°C during the day and 23°C at night, with about 554 mm of precipitation spread over 21 rainy days.

Expect about 11.2 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in Moderate crowds, with an index of 46/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

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