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Weather in Colombo

  • Tue, Mar 25 2025

    29ºC | 26.1ºC

    Rain from morning to night

    79.29% Humidity

  • Wed, Mar 26 2025

    29.01ºC | 26.29ºC

    Rain in morning and night and clouds from afternoon to evening

    76.13% Humidity

  • Thu, Mar 27 2025

    29.21ºC | 26.47ºC

    Clouds from morning to night

    74.75% Humidity

  • Fri, Mar 28 2025

    29.37ºC | 27.16ºC

    Clouds in morning , afternoon and evening and rain in night

    77.0% Humidity

  • Sat, Mar 29 2025

    29.73ºC | 27.67ºC

    Clouds in morning , afternoon and night and clear in evening

    76.13% Humidity

  • Sun, Mar 30 2025

    26.89ºC | 26.89ºC

    Rain from morning to night

    83.0% Humidity

Best Time To Visit Colombo

Plan your trip during best season to experience the best of this stunning destination

Colombo weather is generally tropical and humid due to its location. The best time of year to visit Colombo is not the Southwest monsoon from May to August as the duration has very heavy rainfall in the region making it hard for tourists to explore the place. It is also the best time to visit Bentota Beach and Galle Face Green. The island nation has a very long monsoon with the good amount of rainfall throughout the year.

Located on the western coast of Sri Lanka, Colombo experiences subtropical weather throughout the year. Apart from the heavy rainfall in monsoon months, every season is the best time of year to visit Colombo. Let's take a season-wise detailed look at the best time to visit Colombo and Kandy.

January to March (31 to 24 °C)

The colder months of Colombo are ideal to explore the coastal regions and hill stations nearby. The city is crowded with plenty of tourists at Galle Face Green. The weather is mostly dry and sunny during these months. Duruthu Perahera Festival is also held in January so expect higher hotel prices and flight tickets.

April to October (25 to 30 °C)

With the onset of the monsoon season in Colombo, torrential rainfall begins. June through September is the wettest time of the year although there are a few days with clear skies. The city gets less crowded from May which makes it a good time to soak in the peaceful surroundings and natural beauty here. As this is an off season, you will also get good discounts on hotels and flights.

November to December (23 to 30 °C)

Due to northeast monsoon, the weather in Colombo begins to get hot and humid during these months. However, the overall climate is still comfortable enough for sightseeing and outdoor activities on the beach.  

Famous Festivals in Colombo

The Buddhist festival of Vesak Poya is celebrated all over Sri Lanka on the full moon in March to commemorate the birth of Buddha. Sinhala and Tamil New Year in April marks the beginning of the new year for the islanders. Hindu festivals of Maha Shivratri and Diwali are also celebrated in Colombo.

Climate in Colombo

Summer Season in Colombo

March and April are the months when Colombo goes through summer. Summer is not that severe in the city as it usually has a moderate temperature throughout the year. The month of April becomes a bit harsh with the dry and hot weather making it not the best time to visit Colombo. It is the not the right time for a traveler to roam around and experience the city due to the uncomfortable weather. Colombo in May is virtually empty due to hot and humid weather. However, travelers can get the best offers on flights and hotel rates in summer.

Monsoon Season in Colombo

The southwest monsoon hits the coasts of Colombo from May to August and brings rain to southwest and western coasts. It is not the best time to visit Colombo as one can enjoy only the Eastern coasts during this period. Southwest monsoon gives the maximum rainfall to the city making it not the best season to visit Colombo. The rainfall is very heavy until the month of August and August experiences less rainfall compared to other months in southwest monsoon. September and October are the months when Colombo goes through Intermittent Monsoon. The average temperature of Colombo in September is around 28 degrees. It is the time when the city face thunderstorms and very heavy and unexpected rainfall. It is not at all a best season to visit Colombo.

Winter Season in Colombo

The winter season and northeast monsoon is between November and February. This is the period when the rainfall does not affect Colombo making it the best time of year to visit Colombo. The temperature stays at a very good level and also the area will not be affected drastically by rain thus making it the best time to visit Colombo. It is a good time to enjoy the beaches and also to experience the life in Colombo. The city also has a very exciting nightlife that allures the tourists. The best time to visit Colombo for honeymoon is during the winter season. There is frequent rainfall in Colombo in December although the humidity is lower.

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Jagannath's 8 days trip to Colombo

Exceptional Service by Ayesha & Kavindu – A Perfect Sri Lanka Trip! A huge thank you to Ayesha, our travel agent, for flawlessly planning our trip from Sigiriya to Colombo, ensuring every detail was taken care of, including our 5-star stay at Marino Beach Colombo. A special shoutout to Kavindu, our guide and chauffeur, who was with us for seven days, assisting us at every step with his local knowledge and warm hospitality. His thoughtful gestures, like the random King Coconut treat, made our journey even more special. Every destination was a delight: Sigiriya – The majestic Sigiriya Rock climb was tough but offered breathtaking views. Kandy – The Temple of the Tooth Relic and Kandy Lake were serene and beautiful. Nuwara Eliya – The cool weather and lush tea plantations made it a scenic paradise. Horton Plains – The stunning landscapes of World’s End and Baker’s Falls left us in awe. Ella – Enjoyed the stunning views and the iconic Nine Arches Bridge. Yala – The wildlife safari experience was thrilling, with sightings of elephants, deer, and crocodiles. Galle – Loved the colonial charm and pristine beaches. Colombo – A perfect end with a luxurious stay at Marino Beach and its infinity pool. Thanks to Ayesha for seamless planning and Kavindu for his exceptional guidance, making this an unforgettable and hassle-free experience. Highly recommended!

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Mahesh's 6 days trip to Colombo

7 days 6 nights Srilanka spiritual Tour Places Visited:- Colombo, Sigiriya, habarana, Trincomalee, kandy, Nuwara Eliya. Thanks to Madhu(Steeple Tours Srilanka) for crafting the tour plan for my parents according to our preferences and making the trip go smoothly ,after talking with my Parents about the trip they were extremely happy with the planned itinerary and completing it on time, there were happy with the services your agency had offered, they are satisfied with all the accommodation you guys had provided, and special thanks to the driver Ramesh who stayed with them from starting to end of trip they were very happy with his patience, behaviour and showing them all the places patiently, they told us the driver provided them ample of time to visit and explore places peacefully. Finally once again specially thanks to madhu and to the driver Ramesh , you guys had given one of the best memories to my parents. Highly Recommended.

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Chinmoyee's 4 days trip to Colombo

Had an amazing experience with Sightseeing and stay during our visit to Srilanka. The Driver (Mr Kumar) was amazing with utmost care and respect. Hotels could be little better in few places. No offence to the staff or their hospitality. Everyone were amazing. Thanks again for making our trip a memorable one. Ashok Vatika visit, Kandy vibe and Bentota town

Chinmoyee Padhi Bengaluru

Deepika's 7 days trip to Colombo

We had a great trip in Srilanka. Ms.KAVINDU has arranged our trip so perfectly. Our driver Mr. Aniruddha was so kind, friendly and helpful. He took us every where without any hesitation. Shall visit Srilanka again. Thanks a lot team. Nuwara eliya was the best part.

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Saurabh's 5 days trip to Colombo

We had an amazing experience with Direct Link for our Sri Lanka trip! Everything was perfectly organized, comfortable transport, the Hotels could have been better in terms of cleanliness and amenities. Improving the overall comfort and maintenance would enhance the experience.

Saurabh Patel Ahm

Ramneek's 4 days trip to Colombo

Visiting Srilanka was a great experience. Travel Agent team was prompt & supportive

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Pratik's 6 days trip to Colombo

Very good holiday. Hassle free travelling. Everything was on point

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Raghunandan's 4 days trip to Colombo

Our Sri Lanka trip was truly fantastic! The entire experience was very well organized, making our journey smooth and enjoyable. The hotels were comfortable and well-chosen, providing a great mix of relaxation and local charm. A special mention to our driver, who was not only professional and punctual but also knowledgeable and friendly, enhancing our travel experience. Thank you for such a well-planned trip – we thoroughly enjoyed every moment!

Raghunandan Bokare Bangalore

Kinkon's 11 days trip to Colombo

Our trip to sri lanka for holiday have been a great success and this is because of cnb travel. Before planning my trip i generated query at Travel Triangle, which had been always my 1st priority for all holiday tours. Then I got the best and cost effective plan from CNB travel. During my travel for 10 days in srilanka staying in different places, my check in , check out and conveyance was very smooth and hassle free. Even in the last moment , my request to change hotel location was also entertained and fulfilled by them without any extra charge. So I will give them a 5 star rating for planning my tour and I would like to recommend CNB travel for planning holiday tours in sri lanka The whole trip carries best memories for me

Kinkon Nath New delhi

Shree's 5 days trip to Colombo

I am very happy with the services that Ceylon Trips and Tramps made for my parents. The driver cum guide udyanga was very polite and cooperative and made them feel as comfortable as family. Special mention to him. The iterniery as mentioned was almost covered everyday. The hotels booked were all good, except the one night at bentota where due to the change in the plan there was a lot of time wasted in searching for a new hotel and was exhaustive. The car was comfortable gave a leisurely feel on travel. Overall you guys made the trip cherishable and memorable, thank you very much. I definitely have many more people planning to visit srilanka and will suggest your agency for the same. Points where you can improve, 1. Entrance fee as a part of the package as it's cumbersome to deal with the bookings each time. 2. Keeping better communication regarding the payments, and other such formalities to prevent any hassle. 3. Keeping the bookings ensured so that there is no feel of wasting time on searching for the new ones. "Lankavu lasun ratak

Shree Kavya Mumbai

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Except for monsoon season, any time of the year is ideal to visit Colombo. The monsoon season in Sri Lanka lasts from June to September.

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