Best Time to Visit Colombo
Best time: Jan, Feb, Aug.
Mar is warmest (32.4°C high); Oct is rainiest (382 mm).
Colombo weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31.7 | 22.6 | 67 | 8.2 |
| Feb | 32.1 | 22.9 | 77 | 9 |
| Mar | 32.4 | 24.1 | 140 | 9.7 |
| Apr | 32.4 | 24.8 | 260 | 9.2 |
| May | 31.5 | 25.7 | 358 | 8.4 |
| Jun | 30.7 | 25.4 | 205 | 8 |
| Jul | 30.3 | 25.3 | 133 | 8.1 |
| Aug | 30.3 | 25.3 | 100 | 8.6 |
| Sep | 30.3 | 24.9 | 195 | 8.7 |
| Oct | 30.7 | 24.1 | 382 | 8.2 |
| Nov | 30.9 | 23.4 | 335 | 7.7 |
| Dec | 31.2 | 22.9 | 158 | 7.6 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JanFebAug
Beaches: JanFebMarApr
Hiking: JanFebMarApr
Sightseeing: JanFeb
Colombo quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Mar, Apr, May): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Wet months (Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Colombo?
Jan, Feb, Aug.
What is the rainiest month?
Oct, about 382 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Mar, with average highs of 32.4°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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