Kandy, Sri Lanka experiences average highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 18 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have cooled by 1.1°C (2.0°F) across the available records.
Kandy, Sri Lanka Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Kandy, Sri Lanka. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Sep 
Wetter season: May–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
6.2/10
Best: January, February
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 27°C / 21°C
Feels Like 31°C / 24°C
Rainy Days 18
Rainfall 156 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 84%
Wind Speed 12 km/h
Dew Point 21°C
Hottest Month
30°C
April
Avg Low22°C
Rain16days
Coldest Month
19°C
January
Avg High26°C
Rain15days
Driest Month
12days
February
Avg High28°C
Avg Low20°C
Windiest Month
18 km/h
June (Gusts 54)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding April, May due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:53
Daylight 12.5h
Sunset 18:25
Live conditions—
Kandy on the map · live conditions
Kandy, Sri Lanka
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Sri Lanka
- City
- Kandy
- Population
- 111.7K
- Coordinates
- 7.29°, 80.63°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 17 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 17 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 22 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 16 days/mo
2/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 26°C / 19°C . Feb: 28°C / 20°C . Mar: 29°C / 21°C . Apr: 30°C / 22°C . May: 28°C / 22°C . Jun: 27°C / 22°C . Jul: 27°C / 22°C . Aug: 27°C / 21°C . Sep: 27°C / 21°C . Oct: 27°C / 21°C . Nov: 26°C / 20°C . Dec: 26°C / 20°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 123 mm. Feb: 75 mm. Mar: 82 mm. Apr: 153 mm. May: 216 mm. Jun: 57 mm. Jul: 101 mm. Aug: 98 mm. Sep: 117 mm. Oct: 306 mm. Nov: 378 mm. Dec: 160 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 83%. Feb: 79%. Mar: 77%. Apr: 81%. May: 86%. Jun: 84%. Jul: 83%. Aug: 84%. Sep: 84%. Oct: 87%. Nov: 89%. Dec: 87%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 10 km/h . Feb: 10 km/h . Mar: 9 km/h . Apr: 8 km/h . May: 12 km/h . Jun: 18 km/h . Jul: 18 km/h . Aug: 17 km/h . Sep: 15 km/h . Oct: 11 km/h . Nov: 9 km/h . Dec: 10 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 9h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 7. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 8. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 7.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have cooled by 1.1°C (2.0°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 77 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Mar 2025 · 28°C | Apr · 30°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · 19°C | Jan · 19°C |
| Wettest month | Nov 2025 · 673 mm | Nov · 378 mm |
| Windiest month | Jul 2025 · 20 km/h | Jun · 18 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Good March
Fair April
Poor May
Wet June
Good July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 26°C / 19°C | 29°C / 21°C | 15days (123 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 83% Humid | 6.9 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 28°C / 20°C | 31°C / 22°C | 12days (75 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 79% Humid | 8.8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| March | 29°C / 21°C | 34°C / 24°C | 13days (82 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 77% Humid | 9 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| April | 30°C / 22°C | 35°C / 26°C | 16days (153 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 81% Humid | 8.9 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| May | 28°C / 22°C | 33°C / 26°C | 21days (216 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 27°C / 22°C | 31°C / 25°C | 15days (57 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 84% Humid | 7.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| July | 27°C / 22°C | 30°C / 24°C | 19days (101 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 83% Humid | 7.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 27°C / 21°C | 30°C / 24°C | 18days (98 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 84% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 27°C / 21°C | 31°C / 24°C | 18days (117 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 84% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 27°C / 21°C | 31°C / 24°C | 24days (306 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 26°C / 20°C | 31°C / 24°C | 24days (378 mm) Wet | 7.9h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 6.8 High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 26°C / 20°C | 30°C / 23°C | 20days (160 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Kandy are January, February, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Kandy, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Kandy is April, with average daytime highs of 30°C (85°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Kandy is January, with average overnight lows of 19°C (66°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Kandy is November, averaging 378mm of precipitation across 24 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Kandy runs through October, November, May, December, with the heaviest rainfall in October. Based on 10-year averages for Kandy.
Kandy receives approximately 116 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Kandy.
The least favorable months to visit Kandy are April, May, primarily due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February instead.
The annual average UV index in Kandy is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Kandy is 84%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Average wind speeds in Kandy are 12 km/h (7 mph). The windiest month is June with peak winds reaching 18 km/h (11 mph) (gusts up to 54 km/h / 33 mph).
Kandy averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 76%. The clearest skies occur in March.
The annual average dew point in Kandy is 21°C (70°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Kandy has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Kandy ranges from 24°C (75°F) to 31°C (88°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Kandy. It earns a climate score of 6.8/10 with Good.
For June in Kandy, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 27°C (81°F) and 15 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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