Weather in July in Sri Lanka
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 is the weather like 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 to very hot in Polonnaruwa at 36°C. At night it cools down to 26°C in Polonnaruwa and 19°C in Ramboda.
Precipitation
In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Yala National Park with an average of 16 mm to heavy rainfall in Beruwala with 302 mm.Average sunshine
The city Kandy usually sees around 67 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.For a closer look at July's conditions in Sri Lanka, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Sri Lanka's yearly weather, check out our Sri Lanka climate page.
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What is the weather like in July for the 5 most popular destinations in Sri Lanka?
Kandy
In July Kandy generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Hikkaduwa
In July Hikkaduwa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Negombo
In July Negombo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Mirissa
In July Mirissa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Nuwara Eliya
In July Nuwara Eliya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is July the best 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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