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Colombo District Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Colombo District, Sri Lanka in February.

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Colombo Mount Lavinia Dehiwala Nugegoda

Planning a journey to Colombo District, Sri Lanka this February and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Colombo District in February

Colombo District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. February in Colombo District generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Colombo. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For specific regional insights in Colombo District, Sri Lanka, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Colombo with an average of 78 mm (3.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Avissawella with 181 mm (7.1 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Colombo sees close to 246 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Colombo District by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Colombo District — and find the best time to visit. (based on Colombo)

January32°C (90°F) February33°C (91°F) March33°C (91°F) April32°C (90°F) May31°C (88°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November31°C (88°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Colombo District in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Colombo District.

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 Colombo District

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Colombo District, Sri Lanka?

Temperature range in Colombo District (February)

Precipitation variation in Colombo District (February)

Colombo

In February Colombo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
248 hours
246 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Colombo →

Mount Lavinia

In February Mount Lavinia generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
248 hours
246 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Mount Lavinia →

Dehiwala

In February Dehiwala generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
248 hours
246 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Dehiwala →

Nugegoda

In February Nugegoda generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
248 hours
246 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Nugegoda →

Boralesgamuwa

In February Boralesgamuwa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
248 hours
246 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Boralesgamuwa →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Colombo District, in Sri Lanka.

In our records: Sri Lanka February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Sri Lanka in our climate database (1995 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest February daytime high in Sri Lanka was 8°C (46°F) in Nuwara Eliya on February 24, 2003.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Colombo District in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Colombo 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Mount Lavinia 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Dehiwala 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Nugegoda 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Boralesgamuwa 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)

Colombo District weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Colombo District, Sri Lanka in February?

In February, Colombo District, Sri Lanka generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Colombo sees daytime temperatures near 33°C (91°F), with nights cooling to roughly 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Colombo District, Sri Lanka in February?

Average temperatures in Colombo District, Sri Lanka during February range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 33°C (91°F) in Colombo.

Does Colombo District, Sri Lanka get a lot of rain in February?

Not particularly. Colombo averages just 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain in February, making it a mostly dry month for Colombo District, Sri Lanka.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Colombo District, Sri Lanka?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Colombo, February might be a good time to visit Colombo District, Sri Lanka. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Colombo District, Sri Lanka is in January with generally tolerable weather in Colombo. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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