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Colombo in May

Find out everything about the water temperature in Colombo in May. Average, minimum and maximum recorded temperatures as well as daily temperature in May for the last two years. Compare the current month's sea temperature data with other months of the year.
Water temperature in May
Minimum:

83.4 °F

Average:

85.6 °F

Maximum:

88.8 °F

Sea water temperature in Colombo in May

In the city of Colombo, the month of May is a great time for swimming. The minimum recorded temperature during this month was 83.4°F on May 31, 2022, with an average temperature being 85.6°F and a maximum temperature reaching 88.8°F on May 4, 2024.

The watter temperature range during this month provides a satisfying and enjoyable experience in the water. In May, the sea temperature remains relatively stable. The average temperature stays close to 85.6°F throughout the month, with minimal changes.
Date 10 years average 2024 2023
May 1 86.6°F 87.5°F 86.6°F
May 2 86.6°F 87.6°F 86.6°F
May 3 86.6°F 87.9°F 86.5°F
May 4 86.5°F 88.8°F 85.9°F
May 5 86.5°F 88.6°F 85.9°F
May 6 86.3°F 88.0°F 85.7°F
May 7 86.3°F 87.8°F 85.8°F
May 8 86.3°F 88.0°F 85.7°F
May 9 86.3°F 88.2°F 85.7°F
May 10 86.1°F 87.7°F 85.4°F
May 11 85.9°F 87.5°F 85.7°F
May 12 85.8°F 87.4°F 85.6°F
May 13 85.8°F 87.4°F 85.4°F
May 14 85.7°F 87.4°F 85.3°F
May 15 85.7°F 86.6°F 85.2°F
May 16 85.6°F 86.4°F 85.7°F
May 17 85.5°F 86.3°F 85.7°F
May 18 85.5°F 86.2°F 87.0°F
May 19 85.2°F 86.0°F 85.8°F
May 20 85.2°F 85.8°F 85.5°F
May 21 85.2°F 85.7°F 85.3°F
May 22 85.0°F 86.1°F 84.7°F
May 23 85.0°F 86.0°F 85.0°F
May 24 84.8°F 85.7°F 85.2°F
May 25 84.7°F 85.5°F 85.9°F
May 26 84.6°F 85.2°F 86.5°F
May 27 84.8°F 85.0°F 86.4°F
May 28 84.7°F 85.0°F 85.9°F
May 29 84.6°F 84.9°F 85.5°F
May 30 84.5°F 84.7°F 85.5°F
May 31 84.4°F 84.5°F 85.3°F

Sea water temperature in Colombo by month

In Colombo, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round. The warmest water in Colombo was recorded on April 10, 2024, reaching a 88.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 27, 2018, dipping to 78.9°F. The average readings by season are 83.0°F in Winter, 85.6°F in Spring, 82.7°F in Summer, and 83.4°F in Autumn. May's average temperature is a slight drop from April's average of 86.4°F. In June, the temperature is expected to decrease further, potentially averaging around 83.7°F.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Panadura 84.9°F 16mi
Galle 85.3°F 66mi
Weligama 85.4°F 77mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Colombo