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Weather in Sri Lanka

Real-time conditions & 3-day outlook · Air quality included

Flag of Sri Lanka
Sunny
20°C
Feels like 20°C
67°F / Feels 67°F
Sunny
Sri Lanka
🌞 Daytime
Updated: 2026-05-21 09:45
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Humidity
69%
💨
Wind
13.7 km/h W
🌬️
Wind Gust
26.5 km/h
🌡️
Pressure
1014 mb
👁️
Visibility
10 km
☀️
UV Index
5.6 (Moderate)
🌧️
Precipitation
0 mm
☁️
Cloud Cover
7%
💦
Dew Point
13.6°C
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Wind Degree
279°

Air Quality Index

US EPA: Good UK DEFRA: Low (1)
CO
100.9 μg/m³
NO₂
12.1 μg/m³
O₃
16 μg/m³
SO₂
3.9 μg/m³
PM 2.5
4.3 μg/m³
PM 10
4.7 μg/m³

Today's Hourly Forecast

24-hour breakdown for Sri Lanka

12 AM
Partly Cloudy
19°
Partly Cloudy
💧 91% 💨 11.2 km/h
1 AM
Clear
18°
Clear
💧 90% 💨 11.9 km/h
2 AM
Patchy rain nearby
18°
Patchy rain nearby
💧 92% 💨 11.9 km/h 🌧️ 81%
3 AM
Partly Cloudy
18°
Partly Cloudy
💧 93% 💨 10.8 km/h
4 AM
Partly Cloudy
18°
Partly Cloudy
💧 91% 💨 10.1 km/h
5 AM
Patchy rain nearby
19°
Patchy rain nearby
💧 90% 💨 11.2 km/h 🌧️ 71%
6 AM
Patchy rain nearby
17°
Patchy rain nearby
💧 92% 💨 11.5 km/h 🌧️ 62%
7 AM
Sunny
17°
Sunny
💧 90% 💨 11.5 km/h
8 AM
Sunny
17°
Sunny
💧 79% 💨 11.9 km/h
9 AM
Sunny
20°
Sunny
💧 69% 💨 13.7 km/h
10 AM
Sunny
21°
Sunny
💧 62% 💨 14 km/h
11 AM
Sunny
22°
Sunny
💧 58% 💨 15.8 km/h
12 PM
Sunny
22°
Sunny
💧 55% 💨 15.8 km/h
1 PM
Sunny
22°
Sunny
💧 56% 💨 15.8 km/h
2 PM
Sunny
21°
Sunny
💧 57% 💨 15.1 km/h
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
21°
Patchy rain nearby
💧 60% 💨 13.3 km/h 🌧️ 86%
4 PM
Patchy rain nearby
19°
Patchy rain nearby
💧 71% 💨 12.2 km/h 🌧️ 82%
5 PM
Patchy rain nearby
17°
Patchy rain nearby
💧 85% 💨 11.2 km/h 🌧️ 69%
6 PM
Partly Cloudy
19°
Partly Cloudy
💧 94% 💨 10.1 km/h
7 PM
Mist
20°
Mist
💧 95% 💨 10.4 km/h 🌧️ 86%
8 PM
Patchy rain nearby
20°
Patchy rain nearby
💧 93% 💨 10.8 km/h 🌧️ 78%
9 PM
Partly Cloudy
20°
Partly Cloudy
💧 93% 💨 10.4 km/h
10 PM
Partly Cloudy
20°
Partly Cloudy
💧 93% 💨 10.8 km/h
11 PM
Partly Cloudy
21°
Partly Cloudy
💧 93% 💨 10.4 km/h

3-Day Forecast

Daily overview for Sri Lanka

Today
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
22° / 17°
🌧️ 86% chance of rain
💧 Avg. humidity: 81%
💨 Max wind: 15.8 km/h
🌧️ Total precip: 0.11 mm
☀️ UV Index: 10.6
🌅 Sunrise: 05:50 AM
🌇 Sunset: 06:17 PM
🌙 Waxing Crescent
🌑 Moon: 24% lit
Fri, May 22
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
21° / 17°
🌧️ 89% chance of rain
💧 Avg. humidity: 86%
💨 Max wind: 14.4 km/h
🌧️ Total precip: 0.78 mm
☀️ UV Index: 4
🌅 Sunrise: 05:50 AM
🌇 Sunset: 06:17 PM
🌙 Waxing Crescent
🌑 Moon: 34% lit
Sat, May 23
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
22° / 17°
🌧️ 89% chance of rain
💧 Avg. humidity: 83%
💨 Max wind: 14 km/h
🌧️ Total precip: 0.47 mm
☀️ UV Index: 4
🌅 Sunrise: 05:50 AM
🌇 Sunset: 06:18 PM
🌙 First Quarter
🌑 Moon: 45% lit

Best Time to Visit Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka's two monsoon seasons mean that the best time to visit depends on which part of the island you plan to explore. The west and south coasts — including Colombo, Galle, Mirissa, and Unawatuna — are best visited from December through March, when the southwest monsoon is over and skies are clear. This is also the optimal season for whale watching off Mirissa, when blue whales pass close to shore between January and April.

The east coast, including Arugam Bay, Trincomalee, and Nilaveli, is at its best from April through September, when the southwest monsoon affects the west while the east is calm and sunny. The hill country and Cultural Triangle are broadly accessible year-round, though April–September offers drier conditions. The shoulder months of September–October and March–April see both coasts transitioning between seasons, offering reasonable conditions with fewer crowds. Yala National Park is best visited from February through July when the dry season concentrates wildlife around water holes.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current weather in Sri Lanka?
Current conditions in Sri Lanka: Sunny with a temperature of 20°C, humidity 69%.
What is the best time to visit Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka's two monsoon seasons mean that the best time to visit depends on which part of the island you plan to explore. The west and south coasts — including Colombo, Galle, Mirissa, and Unawatuna — are best visited from December through March, when the southwest monsoon is over and skies are clea...
What is the climate like in Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka is located at approximately 7° latitude. It has a tropical or subtropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
Does it snow in Sri Lanka?
Snow is generally rare in Sri Lanka due to its location near the tropics.
What is the hottest month in Sri Lanka?
Temperatures in Sri Lanka remain relatively warm year-round. The warmest period is usually between March and May.
What should I pack for a trip to Sri Lanka?
For November – April visits to Sri Lanka: light clothing and sun protection. For June – September: layers and waterproof gear are recommended.
How accurate is the weather forecast for Sri Lanka?
The forecast is sourced from WeatherAPI.com and updated hourly with real-time atmospheric data for Sri Lanka. The 3-day outlook includes hourly breakdowns, air quality index, and precipitation probability.
What is the humidity like in Sri Lanka?
Current humidity in Sri Lanka is 69%. Tropical regions typically experience higher humidity year-round.