Hambantota District Weather in February

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

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Tissamaharama Tangalle Kataragama Kirinda

Thinking about venturing to Hambantota District, Sri Lanka this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Hambantota District in February

Hambantota District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. February in Hambantota District generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Tangalle. 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.

To explore the conditions in Hambantota District, Sri Lanka in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hambantota with an average of 58 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Yala with 76 mm (3 in). Going by our weather data, this month in Tangalle usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Tangalle enjoys about 201 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Hambantota District by month

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

January30°C (86°F) February31°C (88°F) March33°C (91°F) April32°C (90°F) May33°C (91°F) June33°C (91°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August33°C (91°F) September33°C (91°F) October32°C (90°F) November31°C (88°F) December30°C (86°F)
Best Time to Visit Hambantota District →

Best Places to Visit in Hambantota District in February

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

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

Temperature range in Hambantota District (February)

Precipitation variation in Hambantota District (February)

Tangalle

In February Tangalle generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
201 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
Climate in Tangalle →

Tissamaharama

In February Tissamaharama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
201 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
Climate in Tissamaharama →

Kataragama

In February Kataragama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
201 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
Climate in Kataragama →

Kirinda

In February Kirinda generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°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
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
201 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
Climate in Kirinda →

Yala

In February Yala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°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
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
201 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
76 mm (3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
Climate in Yala →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Hambantota 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 Hambantota District in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tissamaharama 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Tangalle 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Kataragama 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Kirinda 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Yala 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Palatupana 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

Hambantota District weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

February in Hambantota District, Sri Lanka brings good weather. In Tangalle, daytime temperatures are typically around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime lows hover near 24°C (75°F).

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

In Tangalle, the average daytime high in February is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Hambantota District, Sri Lanka during February, with Tangalle averaging close to 73 mm (2.9 in).

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

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February and March offering mostly good weather in Tangalle. The weather in October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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