Climate normals · 1970–2000
Moratuwa Climate
Moratuwa is a city in Sri Lanka (36) with a population of about 168,280. Its average annual temperature is 27.4°C (81°F), with roughly 2676 mm of rain per year.
27.4°C
Avg Temp
2676
Precip (mm/yr)
Apr
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
Moratuwa Climate
Moratuwa has an average annual temperature of 27.4°C (81°F) and receives about 2676 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is April and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
27.4°C
Avg Temp
2676
Precip (mm/yr)
Apr
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 27° / 80° | 84 mm |
| February | 27° / 81° | 88 mm |
| March | 28° / 82° | 153 mm |
| April | 28° / 83° | 282 mm |
| May | 28° / 83° | 386 mm |
| June | 28° / 82° | 239 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 161 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 131 mm |
| September | 27° / 81° | 213 mm |
| October | 27° / 81° | 406 mm |
| November | 27° / 80° | 352 mm |
| December | 27° / 80° | 181 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Moratuwa
The most comfortable months to visit Moratuwa are typically January, February and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is April (around 32°C high). The coldest is December (near 23°C low). October is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Moratuwa are typically January, February and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Moratuwa, Sri Lanka has an average annual temperature of 27.4°C and about 2676 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is April and the coldest is December.
In April, the hottest month, daily highs in Moratuwa average about 32°C (90°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.