Gampaha District Weather in July

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

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Negombo Katunayaka Ja-Ela Seeduwa

Are you planning a trip a to Gampaha 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 Gampaha District in July

Gampaha District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. July in Gampaha District generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Negombo. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Gampaha District, Sri Lanka, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Negombo with an average of 209 mm (8.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Kapugoda with 291 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this July. For example, Negombo gets approximately 202 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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 July

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 July for some of the most popular destinations in Gampaha District, Sri Lanka?

Temperature range in Gampaha District (July)

Precipitation variation in Gampaha District (July)

Negombo

In July Negombo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°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)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
202 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
258 mm (10 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
195 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
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Katunayaka

In July Katunayaka generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°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)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
202 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
267 mm (11 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
203 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Katunayaka →

Ja-Ela

In July Ja-Ela generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°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
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
202 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
277 mm (11 in)
228 mm (9 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ja-Ela →

Seeduwa

In July Seeduwa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°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
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
202 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
271 mm (11 in)
222 mm (8.7 in)
205 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Seeduwa →

Gampaha

In July Gampaha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
202 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
290 mm (11 in)
251 mm (9.9 in)
228 mm (9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Negombo 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 209 mm (8.2 in)
Katunayaka 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 220 mm (8.7 in)
Ja-Ela 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 228 mm (9 in)
Seeduwa 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 222 mm (8.7 in)
Gampaha 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 251 mm (9.9 in)
Uswetakeiyawa 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 224 mm (8.8 in)

Gampaha District weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Gampaha District, Sri Lanka in July. The popular destination of Negombo averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Negombo peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in July, dropping to about 26°C (79°F) overnight.

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Negombo records an average of 209 mm (8.2 in) in July, putting it among the wetter months for Gampaha District, Sri Lanka.

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

In our view, July might not be the best time to travel to Gampaha District, Sri Lanka with often poor weather in Negombo.

Generally speaking, January and February provide tolerable weather in Negombo. On the other hand, the months of April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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