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Ja-Ela weather in July (Gampaha District, Sri Lanka)

Is July a good time to explore Ja-Ela weather-wise? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of July in Ja-Ela typically includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 30°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 26°C. Note that these temperatures are average, but some days may be hotter. Dress in cool, breathable fabrics to stay comfortable in the heat.

Precipitation

Ja-Ela in July falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 228 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 10 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 Ja-Ela. January, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While 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 Ja-Ela climate page with graphs.

 

Ja-Ela, monthly averages in July

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 228 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 202 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (20 KM, 12 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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