Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Weather in June

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

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Are you planning a trip a to Sri Lanka in June and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Sri Lanka in June

The weather in Sri Lanka in June can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Ramboda at 26°C (79°F) to very hot in Polonnaruwa at 36°C (97°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 27°C (81°F) in Polonnaruwa and 20°C (68°F) in Ramboda.

For a closer look at conditions across Sri Lanka, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In June, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Polonnaruwa with an average of 20 mm (0.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Avissawella with 354 mm (14 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during June. Kandy receives roughly 84 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Sri Lanka in June

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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 June for some of the most popular destinations in Sri Lanka?

Temperature range in Sri Lanka (June)

Precipitation variation in Sri Lanka (June)

Kandy

In June Kandy generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
103 hours
84 hours
67 hours
Monthly rainfall
141 mm (5.6 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Kandy →

Hikkaduwa

In June 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 poor that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
30°C (86°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
200 hours
199 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
315 mm (12 in)
286 mm (11 in)
251 mm (9.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Hikkaduwa →

Negombo

In June Negombo generally has very 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.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
195 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
266 mm (10 in)
258 mm (10 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Negombo →

Mirissa

In June Mirissa 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.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
199 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
249 mm (9.8 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
178 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
pleasant
Climate in Mirissa →

Nuwara Eliya

In June Nuwara Eliya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
103 hours
84 hours
67 hours
Monthly rainfall
158 mm (6.2 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Nuwara Eliya →

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Popular cities in June

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kandy 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Colombo 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 285 mm (11 in)
Hikkaduwa 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 286 mm (11 in)
Negombo 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 258 mm (10 in)
Nuwara Eliya 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Anuradhapura 34°C (93°F) 26°C (79°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)

Sri Lanka weather in June: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sri Lanka in June?

Expect pleasant weather across Sri Lanka in June. The popular destination of Kandy averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Sri Lanka in June?

Kandy averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in June, with overnight lows close to 22°C (72°F).

Does Sri Lanka get a lot of rain in June?

Sri Lanka sees substantial rainfall in June. Kandy typically averages about 109 mm (4.3 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is June a Good Time to Visit Sri Lanka?

In our opinion, June is a good time to visit Sri Lanka with overall pleasant weather in Kandy. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Sri Lanka is in February with generally perfect weather in Kandy. On the other hand, the weather in April, October and November tend to be poor.

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We have much more information about the climate in Sri Lanka.

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