Mirissa

Matara District Weather in July

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

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Mirissa Weligama Matara Deniyaya

Considering a trip to Matara District, Sri Lanka this July and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Matara District in July

Matara District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. July in Matara 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 Mirissa. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

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

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Dikwella South with an average of 131 mm (5.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Kananke with 197 mm (7.8 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Mirissa enjoys approximately 200 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Matara District in July

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

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

Temperature range in Matara District (July)

Precipitation variation in Matara District (July)

Mirissa

In July Mirissa 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 pleasant 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
210 mm (8.3 in)
178 mm (7 in)
179 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Mirissa →

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 →

Matara

In July Matara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable 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)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
200 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
189 mm (7.4 in)
160 mm (6.3 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Matara →

Deniyaya

In July Deniyaya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
196 hours
202 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
196 mm (7.7 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Deniyaya →

Dikwella South

In July Dikwella South generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable 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)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
208 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
154 mm (6.1 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Dikwella South →

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

Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mirissa 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 178 mm (7 in)
Weligama 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 187 mm (7.4 in)
Matara 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)
Deniyaya 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)
Dikwella South 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Talalla South 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)

Matara District weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

July in Matara District, Sri Lanka brings pleasant weather. In Mirissa, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 26°C (79°F).

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

Mirissa averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in July, with overnight lows close to 26°C (79°F).

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Mirissa records an average of 178 mm (7 in) in July, putting it among the wetter months for Matara District, Sri Lanka.

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

We consider July to be one of the best times to travel to Matara District, Sri Lanka. Typically, the climate in Mirissa is pleasant. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Mirissa. The weather in April, May, June, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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