Horowpathana National Park
National Park National park in Sri Lanka protecting dry-zone wildlife
How to Get to Horowpathana National Park #
Horowpathana National Park is in Sri Lanka’s Northern Province. Access by road from Mannar or Anuradhapura; local tour operators and jeep safaris are common ways of entering the park.
Tips for Visiting Horowpathana National Park #
- Hire a local safari guide-rangers know the best places and times to spot elephants and other large mammals.
- Visit during the dry season for easier drives and better visibility of wildlife at waterholes.
- Bring insect repellent and a hat-sun protection and mosquito precautions are important in the park.
Best Time to Visit Horowpathana National Park #
Best in the dry season (May-September) for predictable wildlife viewing and accessible roads.
Weather & Climate near Horowpathana National Park #
Horowpathana National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1598 mm/year), wettest in December with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 35°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C due to high humidity. The driest month with just 16 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (216 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (302 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (334 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
