Weather in Colombo
What's the weather like in Colombo?
Colombo has warm year-round and heavy rainfall, especially in the wet season. Average daytime highs range from 31°C (88°F) in January to 29°C (84°F) in July, with overnight lows around 22°C (72°F) and 25°C (77°F) respectively.
No month in Colombo sits in the typical comfort range of 18–26°C. The most temperate months are usually July and August.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
- Region
- Asia
- Time zone
- Asia/Colombo
- Coordinates
- 6.927, 79.861
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C / 88°F | 22°C / 72°F | 75 mm | 8 | 0 |
| February | 31°C / 88°F | 22°C / 72°F | 65 mm | 6 | 0 |
| March | 32°C / 90°F | 23°C / 73°F | 135 mm | 10 | 0 |
| April | 32°C / 90°F | 24°C / 75°F | 235 mm | 15 | 0 |
| May | 31°C / 88°F | 25°C / 77°F | 395 mm | 21 | 0 |
| June | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 77°F | 225 mm | 19 | 0 |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 25°C / 77°F | 135 mm | 15 | 0 |
| August | 29°C / 84°F | 25°C / 77°F | 115 mm | 15 | 0 |
| September | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 77°F | 170 mm | 16 | 0 |
| October | 30°C / 86°F | 24°C / 75°F | 360 mm | 21 | 0 |
| November | 30°C / 86°F | 23°C / 73°F | 330 mm | 18 | 0 |
| December | 30°C / 86°F | 23°C / 73°F | 165 mm | 12 | 0 |
Colombo by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
South Asia monsoon runs June–September. Heavy rain is the norm — pleasant for greenery, hard for sightseeing.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Colombo?
The most comfortable months in Colombo are usually January, February, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Colombo?
March is typically the hottest month in Colombo, averaging a high of 32°C (90°F).
What is the coldest month in Colombo?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 22°C (72°F).
Does it snow in Colombo?
Snow is rare in Colombo; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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