2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Colombo in December

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

December is an excellent time to visit Colombo. Colombo has a Tropical climate with average yearly highs of 29°C, lows of 23°C, and approximately 21 rainy days per month.

Avg High

29°C

Avg Low

23°C

Rainy days

21days

Daylight

11.7h

Is December a good time to visit Colombo?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:15 AM

Sunset

5:58 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 31°C 23°C 8 Excellent (best)
February 32°C 24°C 8 Excellent (best)
March 32°C 25°C 11 Excellent (best)
April 31°C 25°C 25 Wet
May 30°C 26°C 31 Wet
June 29°C 26°C 27 Wet
July 29°C 25°C 30 Wet
August 29°C 25°C 26 Wet
September 28°C 25°C 30 Wet
October 29°C 25°C 28 Wet
November 29°C 24°C 21 Wet
December 29°C 23°C 21 Excellent (best)

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for December

Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Climate: Tropical
Travel Context Expect humidity and afternoon showers—plan flexible days.

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Common Questions

Is December a good time to visit Colombo? +

December is typically Excellent for visiting Colombo, with average highs of 29°C and around 21 rainy days.

What should I pack for Colombo in December? +

With highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C in {month}, we recommend: Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Does it rain a lot in Colombo in December? +

Colombo typically sees around 21 rainy days in December.

How many hours of daylight are there in Colombo in December? +

In December, Colombo gets approximately 11.7 hours of daylight per day.

Is December peak season in Colombo? +

Yes, December is peak season in Colombo. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Colombo? +

The best months to visit Colombo are December, January, February, March, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Asia/Colombo)

Last Updated: January 2026

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29° / 23°
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