2026 Climate Averages

Galle & Sri Lanka South Coast: Weather Guide & Climate

Complete month-by-month weather guide: Galle & Sri Lanka South Coast. Best time to visit: December, January, February, March. Plan your trip with detailed climate data.

☀️ Climate Overview

Galle & Sri Lanka South Coast has a Tropical climate with average yearly highs of 30°C, lows of 25°C, and approximately 25 rainy days per month.

The best time to visit Galle & Sri Lanka South Coast is during December, January, February, March, when humidity is lower and there are fewer rain showers

Drier season: Jan–Dec Wetter season: May–Sep

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Hottest

31°C February
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 12 days

Coldest

24°C January
Avg High 30°C
Rain 20 days

Driest Month

12 rainy days February
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 24°C

Windiest Month

21 km/h

July (gusts 43)

Sea Temp Range

28° 30°C

Warmest water: April (30°C)

Best for swimming: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec (28°30°C)

Forecast for your trip dates

Up to 14 days ahead

Weather by Season

Spring

Mar–May

High 31°C
Low 25°C
Rain 26 days
Crowds
Moderate
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Summer

Jun–Aug

High 29°C
Low 26°C
Rain 29 days
Crowds
Very Quiet
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Autumn

Sep–Nov

High 29°C
Low 25°C
Rain 28 days
Crowds
Very Quiet
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Winter

Dec–Feb

High 30°C
Low 24°C
Rain 18 days
Crowds
Very Busy
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Galle & Sri Lanka South Coast

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of climate does Galle & Sri Lanka South Coast have?
Galle & Sri Lanka South Coast has a tropical climate with average yearly temperatures of 30°C and 25°C.
When is the best time to visit Galle & Sri Lanka South Coast?
The best time to visit Galle & Sri Lanka South Coast is during December, January, February, March, when temperatures average around 30°C and conditions are ideal for sightseeing.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Galle & Sri Lanka South Coast?
The hottest month in Galle & Sri Lanka South Coast is February with average highs of 31°C, while the coldest is January with average lows of 24°C.
When is the rainy season in Galle & Sri Lanka South Coast?
Galle & Sri Lanka South Coast sees the most rain in May (30 rainy days), while February is the driest month (12 rainy days).
Does it get cold at night in Galle & Sri Lanka South Coast?
Night temperatures vary throughout the year. The coldest nights are in January (24°C), while February has the warmest evenings (24°C). Pack layers for cooler months.
Can you swim year-round in Galle & Sri Lanka South Coast?
Sea temperatures in Galle & Sri Lanka South Coast range from 28°C to 30°C throughout the year. The warmest water is in April. Swimming is comfortable year-round.

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

Last Updated: February 2026