Gampaha District Weather in February

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

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Negombo Katunayaka Ja-Ela Seeduwa

Planning a journey to Gampaha 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 Gampaha District in February

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

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Negombo. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

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

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Negombo with an average of 56 mm (2.2 in) to high rainfall in Kapugoda with 128 mm (5 in).

Average sunshine

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

Explore Gampaha District by month

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

January31°C (88°F) February32°C (90°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) November30°C (86°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Gampaha District in February

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

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

Temperature range in Gampaha District (February)

Precipitation variation in Gampaha District (February)

Negombo

In February Negombo 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 very good that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
31°C (88°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
48 mm (1.9 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
8 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
Climate in Negombo →

Katunayaka

In February Katunayaka 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 very good 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)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
248 hours
246 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
8 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
Climate in Katunayaka →

Ja-Ela

In February Ja-Ela 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 very good 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
60 mm (2.4 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
Climate in Ja-Ela →

Seeduwa

In February Seeduwa 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 very good 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)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
248 hours
246 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
8 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
Climate in Seeduwa →

Gampaha

In February Gampaha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
248 hours
246 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
good
Climate in Gampaha →

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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 Gampaha District in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Negombo 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Katunayaka 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Ja-Ela 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Seeduwa 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Gampaha 34°C (93°F) 24°C (75°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Uswetakeiyawa 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

Gampaha District weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

In February, Gampaha District, Sri Lanka generally has good weather conditions. Negombo sees daytime temperatures near 32°C (90°F), with nights cooling to roughly 25°C (77°F).

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

Average temperatures in Gampaha District, Sri Lanka during February range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 32°C (90°F) in Negombo.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Gampaha District, Sri Lanka during February, with Negombo averaging close to 56 mm (2.2 in).

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

We consider February to be one of the best times to travel to Gampaha District, Sri Lanka. Typically, the climate in Negombo is very good. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and February offering mostly good weather in Negombo. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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