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Jaffna in April 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Jaffna 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 Jaffna, Sri Lanka.

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Jaffna in April 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Jaffna in April in summary
Favourable weather
Min 29°C Max 30°C 49 mm 2 day(s) 78% 18% 32°C UV 7 12.0 h/day
Possible activities in April
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds Very high prices 06:00 18:20
Hourly weather

Average weather in Jaffna in April 2027

Favourable weather

The weather in Jaffna 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.

From 1st to 30 April 2027
0h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
16 days out of 30 (53%)
28.6°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
9 days out of 30 (30%)
Moderate rain at times
2 days out of 30 (6%)
Moderate or heavy rain in area with thunder
1 days out of 30 (3%)
3h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
13 days out of 30 (43%)
28.4°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
12 days out of 30 (40%)
Cloudy
2 days out of 30 (6%)
Moderate rain at times
2 days out of 30 (6%)
6h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
12 days out of 30 (40%)
28.8°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
11 days out of 30 (36%)
Moderate rain at times
4 days out of 30 (13%)
Heavy rain
1 days out of 30 (3%)
9h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
21 days out of 30 (70%)
30.1°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
6 days out of 30 (20%)
Moderate rain at times
2 days out of 30 (6%)
Heavy rain
1 days out of 30 (3%)
12h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
22 days out of 30 (73%)
30.3°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
4 days out of 30 (13%)
Moderate rain at times
3 days out of 30 (10%)
Heavy rain
1 days out of 30 (3%)
15h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
23 days out of 30 (76%)
30.2°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
5 days out of 30 (16%)
Moderate or heavy rain in area with thunder
1 days out of 30 (3%)
Moderate rain at times
1 days out of 30 (3%)
18h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
22 days out of 30 (73%)
29.5°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
5 days out of 30 (16%)
Moderate or heavy rain in area with thunder
1 days out of 30 (3%)
Heavy rain
1 days out of 30 (3%)
21h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
22 days out of 30 (73%)
29.0°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
6 days out of 30 (20%)
Moderate or heavy rain in area with thunder
1 days out of 30 (3%)
Heavy rain
1 days out of 30 (3%)
Climate

Climate of Jaffna in April

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Jaffna in April.

Temperatures and rain in Jaffna 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 Jaffna in April

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Jaffna in April

Check the seasonal normals in Jaffna 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 28.4°C 29.6°C 29.8°C
Maximum temperature 29.4°C 30.5°C 30.3°C
Minimum temperature 27.3°C 28.8°C 29.3°C
Record maximum temperature 32.0°C
(2009)
 33.0°C
(2010)
 32.0°C
(2010)
Record low temperature 25.0°C
(2012)
 26.0°C
(2011)
 26.0°C
(2020)
Number of days at +30° 14 day(s)
(45%)
 28 day(s)
(93%)
 28 day(s)
(90%)
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%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 28.7°C 30.2°C 30.1°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 27.6°C 28.6°C 28.8°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 29.9°C 31.5°C 31.2°C
Wind
Wind speed 19 km/h 19 km/h 30 km/h
Wind temperature 27.3°C 28.8°C 29.5°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 36.0 mm 48.9 mm 81.6 mm
Number of days with precipitation 6 day(s)
(19%)
 6 day(s)
(20%)
 9 day(s)
(29%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 2 day(s)
(6%)
 2 day(s)
(7%)
 4 day(s)
(12%)
Record precipitation in one day 37.2 mm
(2009)
 62.5 mm
(2011)
 107.6 mm
(2014)
Other weather data
Humidity 77% 78% 80%
Visibility 9.9 km 9.8 km 9.7 km
Cloud cover 15% 18% 23%
UV index 7 7 7
Daily sunshine 11h 12h 13h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h17 06h00 05h50
Sunset time 18h21 18h20 18h23
Day length 12h04 12h20 12h33
Our opinion on the climate in April
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Activities and events

What to do in Jaffna in April?

Possible activities in April
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Jaffna in April last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
26°C31°C0.1 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C0.6 mm
3
Moderate or heavy rain shower
27°C29°C6.7 mm
4
Moderate or heavy rain shower
26°C30°C2.9 mm
5
Cloudy
27°C30°C0.5 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
28°C30°C0.4 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C0.3 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
27°C31°C0.1 mm
9
Moderate rain at times
28°C30°C1.3 mm
10
Moderate or heavy rain shower
29°C30°C2.7 mm
11
Moderate rain at times
29°C31°C1.2 mm
12
Partly Cloudy
29°C30°C0.0 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
28°C31°C0.0 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
29°C32°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
27°C32°C0.0 mm
16
Cloudy
27°C31°C0.4 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
28°C31°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
29°C31°C0.0 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
30°C31°C0.1 mm
20
Cloudy
30°C31°C0.2 mm
21
Clear/Sunny
29°C31°C0.4 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
28°C31°C0.0 mm
23
Cloudy
29°C31°C0.1 mm
24
Cloudy
30°C31°C0.0 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
28°C31°C0.2 mm
26
Moderate or heavy rain shower
28°C30°C3.4 mm
27
Moderate rain at times
29°C31°C1.3 mm
28
Cloudy
28°C30°C6.6 mm
29
Moderate or heavy rain shower
29°C31°C2.4 mm
30
Partly Cloudy
29°C31°C0.1 mm
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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Jaffna in April: 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 Jaffna in April, which places this month 5th out of 12.

Expect an average of 30°C during the day and 29°C at night, with about 49 mm of precipitation spread over 2 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 30°C on average in April, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 12.0 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, Cultural visits and heritage, Nature and landscapes and Boat trip and cruise.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in Moderate crowds, with an index of 44/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

Yes: prices are at level Very high prices, with a price index of 91/100, including flights and accommodation. Booking early makes a real difference.

The most favorable months in Jaffna are: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September. 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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