What is the weather like in Udawalawe throughout the year?

Udawalawe has this hot tropical vibe all year, with temperatures near 29°C (84°F) or thereabouts, and it is mostly split into a dry season and then a monsoon period.

In the dry months, which run from May to September, you feel those arid conditions and the dusty expanses become very prominent. Then, between October and January, the northeast monsoon comes in and delivers heavy, but usually brief, afternoon downpours, so quickly the scrublands look renewed, more verdant and alive. Even outside the rainy window, humidity stays fairly high, so lightweight clothing is best for comfort because it helps a lot.