Kandy District

Sri Lanka Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Sri Lanka in July.

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Considering a trip to Sri Lanka this July and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Sri Lanka in July

In July, Sri Lanka experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Ramboda at 26°C (79°F) to very hot in Polonnaruwa at 36°C (97°F). At night it cools down to 26°C (79°F) in Polonnaruwa and 19°C (66°F) in Ramboda.

To explore the conditions in Sri Lanka in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Yala National Park with an average of 16 mm (0.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Avissawella with 333 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Kandy receives around 67 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Sri Lanka by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sri Lanka — and find the best time to visit. (based on Kandy)

January27°C (81°F) February29°C (84°F) March31°C (88°F) April31°C (88°F) May30°C (86°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October28°C (82°F) November28°C (82°F) December27°C (81°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Sri Lanka in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Sri Lanka.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Sri Lanka

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Sri Lanka?

Temperature range in Sri Lanka (July)

Precipitation variation in Sri Lanka (July)

Kandy

In July Kandy generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
84 hours
67 hours
75 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Kandy →

Hikkaduwa

In July Hikkaduwa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

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July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
200 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
286 mm (11 in)
251 mm (9.9 in)
237 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Hikkaduwa →

Negombo

In July Negombo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
202 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
258 mm (10 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
195 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Negombo →

Mirissa

In July Mirissa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
200 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
210 mm (8.3 in)
178 mm (7 in)
179 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Mirissa →

Nuwara Eliya

In July Nuwara Eliya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
84 hours
67 hours
75 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Nuwara Eliya →

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Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Sri Lanka in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kandy 28°C (82°F) 22°C (72°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Colombo 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 230 mm (9.1 in)
Hikkaduwa 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 251 mm (9.9 in)
Negombo 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 209 mm (8.2 in)
Nuwara Eliya 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Anuradhapura 34°C (93°F) 26°C (79°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)

Sri Lanka weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sri Lanka in July?

July in Sri Lanka brings pleasant weather. In Kandy, daytime temperatures are typically around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows hover near 22°C (72°F).

What is the average temperature in Sri Lanka in July?

In Kandy, the average daytime high in July is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 22°C (72°F).

Does Sri Lanka get a lot of rain in July?

Kandy typically receives notable rainfall in July, about 111 mm (4.4 in) on average across Sri Lanka.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Sri Lanka?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Kandy, July might be a good time to visit Sri Lanka. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February offering mostly perfect weather in Kandy. The weather in April, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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