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Matara in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Matara in December 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether December is a good month to travel to Matara, Sri Lanka.

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Matara in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Matara in December in summary
Favourable weather
Min 26°C Max 30°C 104 mm 6 day(s) 83% 37% 29°C UV 7 8.7 h/day
Best activities in December
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesGastronomyWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Very large crowds 06:09 17:57
Hourly weather

Average weather in Matara in December 2026

Favourable weather

The weather in Matara in December 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in December. This allows you to forecast the weather in December 2026. 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 Matara in December

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Matara in December.

Temperatures and rain in Matara in December

Average daily weather

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

Monthly temperatures

The month of December 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 Matara in December

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Matara in December

Check the seasonal normals in Matara in December 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
December
Weather data November December January
Outside temperature
Average temperature 28.4°C 28.2°C 28.3°C
Maximum temperature 30.1°C 30.2°C 30.6°C
Minimum temperature 26.6°C 26.2°C 25.9°C
Record maximum temperature 34.0°C
(2016)
34.0°C
(2017)
34.0°C
(2017)
Record low temperature 23.0°C
(2021)
21.0°C
(2021)
22.0°C
(2013)
Number of days at +30° 22 day(s)
(73%)
23 day(s)
(74%)
26 day(s)
(84%)
Number of days at +18° 30 day(s)
(100%)
31 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) 28.9°C 28.2°C 27.5°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 27.4°C 26.9°C 26.4°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 30.0°C 29.1°C 28.7°C
Wind
Wind speed 13 km/h 13 km/h 12 km/h
Wind temperature 26.6°C 26.3°C 26.0°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 170.2 mm 103.7 mm 72.8 mm
Number of days with precipitation 25 day(s)
(83%)
20 day(s)
(65%)
16 day(s)
(52%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 12 day(s)
(38%)
6 day(s)
(21%)
5 day(s)
(15%)
Record precipitation in one day 87.6 mm
(2020)
50.0 mm
(2010)
32.9 mm
(2021)
Other weather data
Humidity 84% 83% 79%
Visibility 9.5 km 9.6 km 9.7 km
Cloud cover 43% 37% 28%
UV index 6 7 7
Daily sunshine 10h 9h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h57 06h09 06h23
Sunset time 17h48 17h57 18h12
Day length 11h51 11h48 11h49
Our opinion on the climate in December
The review of Where And When favourable weather favourable weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Matara in December?

Best activities in December
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesGastronomyWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Matara in December last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
25°C28°C1.2 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
24°C30°C0.1 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
24°C28°C1.9 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
24°C28°C1.0 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C1.8 mm
6
Light rain shower
24°C29°C5.4 mm
7
Partly Cloudy
23°C30°C1.6 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C0.8 mm
9
Light rain shower
24°C28°C3.2 mm
10
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C5.4 mm
11
Light rain shower
24°C28°C1.7 mm
12
Light rain shower
24°C28°C8.0 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
23°C29°C0.4 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
23°C28°C1.0 mm
15
Patchy light drizzle
24°C28°C0.5 mm
16
Light rain shower
24°C28°C2.5 mm
17
Light rain shower
24°C29°C3.4 mm
18
Partly Cloudy
24°C31°C0.3 mm
19
Light rain shower
24°C28°C1.2 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C2.9 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C0.3 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
23°C27°C0.1 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
23°C28°C0.4 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
23°C28°C0.9 mm
25
Light rain shower
23°C27°C1.7 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
23°C29°C0.4 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
23°C28°C0.6 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
23°C28°C1.8 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
23°C30°C1.8 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C0.7 mm
31
Light drizzle
24°C29°C2.4 mm
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Where to go near Matara in December?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Matara in December: 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 Matara in December, which places this month 12th out of 12.

Expect an average of 30°C during the day and 26°C at night, with about 104 mm of precipitation spread over 6 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 28°C on average in December, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 8.7 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Beach and swimming, Cultural visits and heritage, Animal observation and Diving and snorkeling. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Yes: this month is in Very large crowds, with a visitor index of 86/100. Book your accommodation and transportation well in advance.
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