Galle Weather

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Local time is Thu 07th Aug 6:15 am

Weather in Galle

9 am

27 °c

12 pm

27 °c

3 pm

27 °c

6 pm

26 °c

9 pm

26 °c

12 am

25 °c

3 am

25 °c

6 am

25 °c

Galle Weather This Week

Galle, Sri Lanka weather forecasted for the next 10 days will have maximum temperature of 28°c / 82°f on Thu 07. Min temperature will be 25°c / 77°f on Mon 11. Most precipitation falling will be 16.08 mm / 0.63 inch on Fri 08. Windiest day is expected to see wind of up to 26 kmph / 16 mph on Tue 12.

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Weather in Galle Today

 
 
 
Temperature
Wind
Humidity
Rain
Cloud
Pressure
Thursday
Morning
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
26°c
21 km/h
89%
0.1 mm
71%
1008 mb
Thursday
Afternoon
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rai...
27°c
22 km/h
78%
0.3 mm
89%
1009 mb
Thursday
Evening
Partly Cloudy
Partly Clo...
26°c
19 km/h
88%
0.0 mm
40%
1008 mb
Thursday
Overnight
Light rain shower
Light rain...
26°c
18 km/h
88%
1.0 mm
80%
1010 mb

Weather in Galle Tomorrow

 
 
 
Temperature
Wind
Humidity
Rain
Cloud
Pressure
Friday
Morning
Light rain shower
Light rain...
25°c
21 km/h
89%
0.5 mm
88%
1009 mb
Friday
Afternoon
Light rain shower
Light rain...
27°c
24 km/h
83%
0.2 mm
61%
1009 mb
Friday
Evening
Light rain shower
Light rain...
26°c
17 km/h
89%
1.1 mm
56%
1010 mb
Friday
Overnight
Light rain shower
Light rain...
26°c
16 km/h
89%
0.2 mm
100%
1012 mb

14 Day Weather Galle

 
 
 
High
Low
Wind
Cloud
Rain
Pressure
Humidity
Sunrise
Sunset
Thursday
Aug 07
Moderate rain
Moderate r...
28°c
25°c
24 km/h
76%
9.7 mm
1009 mb
85%
06:04 AM
06:25 PM
Friday
Aug 08
Moderate rain
Moderate r...
27°c
25°c
24 km/h
72%
16.1 mm
1010 mb
87%
06:04 AM
06:25 PM
Saturday
Aug 09
Moderate rain
Moderate r...
27°c
25°c
21 km/h
67%
8.1 mm
1011 mb
86%
06:04 AM
06:25 PM
Sunday
Aug 10
Moderate rain
Moderate r...
27°c
25°c
19 km/h
70%
6.9 mm
1011 mb
84%
06:04 AM
06:24 PM
Monday
Aug 11
Moderate rain
Moderate r...
28°c
25°c
24 km/h
73%
6.4 mm
1010 mb
83%
06:04 AM
06:24 PM
Tuesday
Aug 12
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rai...
27°c
25°c
26 km/h
78%
2.6 mm
1010 mb
84%
06:04 AM
06:24 PM
 
 
 
High
Low
Wind
Cloud
Rain
Pressure
Humidity
Sunrise
Sunset
Wednesday
Aug 13
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rai...
27°c
25°c
24 km/h
62%
3.7 mm
1010 mb
84%
06:04 AM
06:23 PM
Thursday
Aug 14
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rai...
27°c
25°c
22 km/h
69%
3.0 mm
1010 mb
84%
06:04 AM
06:23 PM
Friday
Aug 15
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rai...
27°c
25°c
22 km/h
67%
0.3 mm
1009 mb
83%
06:04 AM
06:23 PM
Saturday
Aug 16
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rai...
27°c
25°c
24 km/h
65%
1.5 mm
1009 mb
81%
06:04 AM
06:22 PM
Sunday
Aug 17
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rai...
27°c
25°c
26 km/h
66%
3.8 mm
1009 mb
82%
06:04 AM
06:22 PM
Monday
Aug 18
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rai...
27°c
25°c
25 km/h
67%
1.1 mm
1009 mb
83%
06:04 AM
06:22 PM

Weather Galle

Galle is the capital of the southern province of Sri Lanka, in South Asia. It is a city with a colourful history and its amazing selection of structures has earned the status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which makes it an unmissable destination.

When is the best month to visit Galle?

The weather in Galle is sunny throughout the year so you can visit Galle at any time. The tourist season in begins from December to March, when Galle witnesses the northeast monsoon and conditions are favourable for an enjoyable holiday on the coast.

The spring season is considered as the best time to visit Galle because the weather becomes pleasant with low rainfall and you can relax yourself by the pool or on the beach.

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Climate in Galle

Galle has a tropical rainforest climate as it lies at the south-west tip of Sri Lanka. Temperatures throughout the year show very little variation, as the weather in Galle is hot and humid all year round. The average temperature usually sits at around 26°C.

Between January and May the maximum daytime temperature is between 29°C and 31°C, while the night time temperature lies between 22°C and 25°C.

The wettest period in Galle is from May to September where a high amount of rainfall is experienced. Monsoons from the Indian Ocean greatly affect the levels of rainfall and humidity.

Summer in Galle

The summer monsoon brings heavy rains in Galle and this southwest monsoon affects the city from June until September. During this period, a steady 200mm of rain each month falls.

Temperatures remain high, with averages of 29C during the summer season. There is consistent sunshine with an average of about 6 hours in a day.

Winter in Galle

The winter season brings hot, dry conditions to Galle. It runs from December to March, when the area experiences the northeast monsoon. Temperatures range for 29°C to 31°C and this period is the driest weather of the year, accompanied by 7-8 hours of sunshine each day.

Rainfall levels during the winter vary from 180mm in December, to around 100mm in January and February. The temperature of the Indian Ocean surrounding Galle remains high and enjoyable to swim in.

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What to pack and wear in Galle?

As the weather in Galle can be hot during the dry season, wear lightweight, cotton clothes such as shorts and T-shirts for a comfortable visit.

If you are planning on visiting temples, out of respect for the local traditions, wear clothing that covers your shoulders, chest and knees.

Sun glasses and sun cream should also be packed to protect from the bright sun. 

If you are planning on visiting during a wet season, make sure to bring with you suitable waterproof clothing as only an umbrella may not be enough during the heavy downfalls.


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