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Dehiwala weather in July (Colombo District, Sri Lanka)

What kind of weather does July bring to Dehiwala? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

The month of July in Dehiwala typically includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 30°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 26°C. With these average temperatures, expect occasional spikes in warmth. Wear light fabrics and stay cool by hydrating regularly.

Precipitation

Dehiwala in July falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 232 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 11 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 202 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, July may not be the ideal month to visit Dehiwala. January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Dehiwala climate page with graphs.

 

Dehiwala, monthly averages in July

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 36%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 232 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 202 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (5 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in July

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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