Best Time to Visit Negombo
Best time: Jan, Feb, Aug, Jul.
Mar is warmest (32.5°C high); Oct is rainiest (340 mm).
Negombo weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31.1 | 22 | 49 | 8.4 |
| Feb | 31.9 | 22.4 | 62 | 9.3 |
| Mar | 32.5 | 23.7 | 126 | 10 |
| Apr | 32.3 | 24.7 | 237 | 9.5 |
| May | 31.5 | 25.5 | 307 | 8.6 |
| Jun | 30.5 | 25.4 | 151 | 8.3 |
| Jul | 30 | 25.1 | 105 | 8.4 |
| Aug | 30.1 | 25 | 73 | 8.9 |
| Sep | 30.3 | 24.8 | 150 | 9 |
| Oct | 30.3 | 24 | 340 | 8.6 |
| Nov | 30.1 | 23.2 | 304 | 7.9 |
| Dec | 30.2 | 22.6 | 129 | 7.8 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JanFebAugJul
Beaches: JanFebAugMar
Hiking: JanFebAugMar
Sightseeing: JanFebAug
Negombo quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Mar, Apr, May): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Wet months (Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Negombo?
Jan, Feb, Aug, Jul.
What is the rainiest month?
Oct, about 340 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Mar, with average highs of 32.5°C.
Where to stay
See Negombo hotels · Book Negombo tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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