Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Kandy in December
This is the coldest month in Kandy: highs average 78°F (26°C) and lows 66°F (19°C), with about 9.6 in (243 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 46/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by humidity.
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 66°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 9.6 in (243 mm)
- Humidity
- 90%
- Cloud cover
- 74%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 35 min
- Comfort score
- 46/100 · Fair
What December feels like
Days are warm, averaging 78°F (26°C).
After dark, temperatures fall to about 66°F (19°C).
With 90% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is a real factor, with about 9.6 in (243 mm) across the month.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are February & March and July & August.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, October – December.
- Comfort holds steady from November (45 → 46/100).
- December sits inside the Dec – Apr window our Sri Lanka: Rock Forts to the South Coast route recommends.
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothes78°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics90% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Kandy in December
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Kandy Muslim Hotel
Central canteen for chicken kottu, roti and curries.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 9.6 in of rain.
Ceylon Tea Museum
Former tea factory in the hills with old machinery and a top-floor tasting room.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 9.6 in of rain.
Sri Krishna Dosai
Busy vegetarian South Indian canteen in central Kandy turning out crisp dosas, vadai and sambar at low prices.
Why now Easy to slot in when December's rain moves in.
Slightly Chilled Lounge Bar
Hillside bar above the lake with views of the Temple of the Tooth.
Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha Statue
Huge white Buddha on a hill overlooking the city.
Nearby in December
- Ella in December~41 mi · highs 72°F, 10.3 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Sigiriya & Dambulla in December~47 mi · highs 80°F, 9.4 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Galle in December~91 mi · highs 83°F, 8.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~297 m to Kandy's ~504 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Kandy in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Kandy?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 46/100, held back mainly by humidity. The best months are February & March and July & August. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and 9.6 in (243 mm) of rain. December is inside the Dec – Apr window our Sri Lanka: Rock Forts to the South Coast route recommends.
How hot is Kandy in December?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 66°F (19°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kandy in December?
Yes: about 9.6 in (243 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 64.8 in (1645 mm).
What should I pack for Kandy in December?
Bring light, breathable clothes (78°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (90% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in December
- Sri Lanka: Rock Forts to the South Coast Dec – Apr
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