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Gampaha weather in July (Gampaha District, Sri Lanka)

Curious about the climate in Gampaha this July? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

July in Gampaha generally includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 31°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 25°C. This month usually represents the year's cooler end of the spectrum. However, it still remains warm.

Precipitation

Gampaha in July falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 251 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 11 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 202 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, July may not be the ideal month to visit Gampaha. January generally stands out with the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Gampaha, monthly averages in July

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 251 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 202 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (25 KM, 15 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.

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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