Colombo Weather May
Colombo is located in wet tropical or so-called equatorial climate zone, which is known for hot, humid weather and lack of apparent seasonal fluctuation.
To help you choose the best time to travel, you can find climate data below on the weather in Colombo in May.
 | average daily high | +31.1°C |
 | average daily low | +25.5°C |
 | sea temperature | +29°C |
 | daytime | 12.8 h |
 | sunny / overcast hours | 6.5 / 6.3 |
 | average monthly precipitation | 382 mm |
High season with the best weather conditions for the beach leisure in Colombo are typically January, February.
Temperature in Colombo
In May the average daily maximum in Colombo is +31.1°C, and the minimum +25.5°C.
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Daylight hours
There are 12.8 hours of daylight in Colombo in May. Out of these, on average 6.5 are sunny, which means there is quite a lot of sun.
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Sea temperature
The average monthly temperature in the Indian Ocean on the beaches of Colombo in May is +29°C.
The water is not only warm enough to bathe in, but it is also possible to stay in the water for an extended amount of time.
Precipitation
The amount of precipitation in Colombo in May is usually 382 mm, a very high amount.