Hikkaduwa

Galle District Weather in July

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

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Hikkaduwa Galle Unawatuna Weligama

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

What to Expect in Galle District in July

Galle District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. July in Galle District generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Hikkaduwa.

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

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Matara with an average of 160 mm (6.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Beruwala with 302 mm (12 in).

Average sunshine

July brings good sunshine to many areas. Hikkaduwa sees around 200 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Galle District in July

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

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

Temperature range in Galle District (July)

Precipitation variation in Galle District (July)

Hikkaduwa

In July 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 unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°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
199 hours
200 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
286 mm (11 in)
251 mm (9.9 in)
237 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Hikkaduwa →

Galle

In July Galle 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 unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°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
199 hours
200 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
267 mm (11 in)
233 mm (9.2 in)
225 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Galle →

Unawatuna

In July Unawatuna 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 unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°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
199 hours
200 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
264 mm (10 in)
229 mm (9 in)
222 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Unawatuna →

Weligama

In July Weligama generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
200 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
220 mm (8.7 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Weligama →

Bentota

In July Bentota 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.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
200 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
344 mm (14 in)
299 mm (12 in)
274 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bentota →

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

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Galle District in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hikkaduwa 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 251 mm (9.9 in)
Galle 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 233 mm (9.2 in)
Unawatuna 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 229 mm (9 in)
Weligama 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 187 mm (7.4 in)
Bentota 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 299 mm (12 in)
Matara 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)

Galle District weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Galle District, Sri Lanka in July?

Galle District, Sri Lanka typically experiences unpleasant weather in July, part of the season. Daytime highs in Hikkaduwa average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Galle District, Sri Lanka in July?

Average temperatures in Galle District, Sri Lanka during July range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Hikkaduwa.

Does Galle District, Sri Lanka get a lot of rain in July?

Yes. July brings heavy rainfall to Galle District, Sri Lanka, with Hikkaduwa averaging around 251 mm (9.9 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Galle District, Sri Lanka?

In our view, July might not be the best time to travel to Galle District, Sri Lanka with often unpleasant weather in Hikkaduwa.

On average, the best time to visit Galle District, Sri Lanka is in January with generally perfect weather in Hikkaduwa. In contrast, April, May, June, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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