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Outdoor activities Potential

38/100

Poor

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

January, February, March

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

25°C – 27°C

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The best time to visit Ella Highlands for hiking is January, February, March, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.

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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Ella Highlands

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
38Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
25°145
February
38Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°110
March
34Poor
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°90
April
20Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°153
May
24Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°114
June
31Poor
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°63
July
31Poor
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°61
August
26Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°107
September
23Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°139
October
17Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°197
November
15Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 68Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
26°308
December
24Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 90Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
25°264

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Ella Highlands

When is the best time to visit Ella Highlands for outdoor activities?

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The best time to visit Ella Highlands for outdoor activities is typically in January, February, March, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Ella Highlands?

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Rainy season typically: October–December. It is generally better to avoid these months for outdoor activities.

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