What is the hottest month in Udawalawe?

April is traditionally the hottest month around Udawalawe National Park, with daytime temperatures often going past 33°C (91°F) and humidity that feels heavy.

That big heat arrives right before the inter-monsoonal rains start. In April, animal behaviour changes; it leans almost entirely toward early dawn and late dusk, while many creatures duck into the scrub jungle shade during the midday heat. If visitors are scheduling a trip in this stretch, they really have to make hydration a top priority and use strong sunscreen; otherwise, it becomes uncomfortable quickly.