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Tangalle in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Tangalle 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 Tangalle, Sri Lanka.

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Tangalle in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Tangalle in May in summary
Favourable weather
Min 28°C Max 30°C 170 mm 11 day(s) 81% 48% 30°C UV 6 11.9 h/day
Best activities in May
Gastronomy
Practical guidelines
Low crowds 05:52 18:15
Hourly weather

Average weather in Tangalle in May 2027

Favourable weather

The weather in Tangalle 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 Tangalle in May

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

Temperatures and rain in Tangalle 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 Tangalle in May

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Tangalle in May

Check the seasonal normals in Tangalle 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 29.7°C 29.2°C 28.6°C
Maximum temperature 31.3°C 30.3°C 29.7°C
Minimum temperature 28.2°C 28.0°C 27.5°C
Record maximum temperature 35.0°C
(2019)
34.0°C
(2016)
32.0°C
(2014)
Record low temperature 24.0°C
(2020)
25.0°C
(2009)
25.0°C
(2009)
Number of days at +30° 28 day(s)
(93%)
23 day(s)
(74%)
18 day(s)
(60%)
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) 29.5°C 29.0°C 28.2°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 28.5°C 28.0°C 27.3°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 30.9°C 30.2°C 29.5°C
Wind
Wind speed 14 km/h 19 km/h 23 km/h
Wind temperature 28.2°C 28.1°C 27.5°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 114.2 mm 170.0 mm 97.6 mm
Number of days with precipitation 24 day(s)
(80%)
25 day(s)
(81%)
22 day(s)
(73%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 8 day(s)
(27%)
11 day(s)
(35%)
7 day(s)
(23%)
Record precipitation in one day 35.2 mm
(2017)
107.2 mm
(2014)
24.0 mm
(2019)
Other weather data
Humidity 79% 81% 81%
Visibility 9.6 km 9.5 km 9.7 km
Cloud cover 34% 48% 51%
UV index 7 6 6
Daily sunshine 12h 12h 12h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h59 05h52 05h53
Sunset time 18h14 18h15 18h21
Day length 12h15 12h23 12h28
Our opinion on the climate in May
The review of Where And When favourable weather favourable weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Tangalle in May?

Best activities in May
Gastronomy
Possible activities in May
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Tangalle in May last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Cloudy
25°C28°C0.3 mm
2
Partly Cloudy
26°C30°C2.2 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
26°C30°C0.3 mm
4
Partly Cloudy
26°C30°C0.9 mm
5
Cloudy
27°C31°C0.0 mm
6
Cloudy
26°C31°C0.5 mm
7
Moderate or heavy rain shower
26°C29°C6.0 mm
8
Overcast
26°C28°C0.0 mm
9
Cloudy
26°C31°C0.0 mm
10
Cloudy
27°C29°C0.0 mm
11
Overcast
26°C31°C0.0 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
26°C31°C0.2 mm
13
Cloudy
27°C31°C0.0 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C0.2 mm
15
Overcast
27°C30°C0.0 mm
16
Cloudy
27°C30°C0.2 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C0.3 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C1.3 mm
19
Moderate rain at times
26°C28°C6.5 mm
20
Cloudy
26°C28°C1.9 mm
21
Overcast
26°C29°C2.6 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.5 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C0.7 mm
24
Cloudy
27°C30°C0.6 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
27°C29°C6.0 mm
26
Light rain shower
27°C29°C3.5 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
26°C28°C4.5 mm
28
Patchy light drizzle
27°C29°C2.0 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C2.9 mm
30
Light rain shower
27°C29°C6.0 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C4.4 mm
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Where to go near Tangalle in May?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Tangalle 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 Tangalle in May, which places this month 5th out of 12.

Expect an average of 30°C during the day and 28°C at night, with about 170 mm of precipitation spread over 11 rainy days.

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

Expect about 11.9 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Gastronomy. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

No: this month is in Low crowds, with a visitor index of 23/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.
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