Colombo Population (2026)
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Summary
Colombo is a city in Sri Lanka. Colombo is known for Indian Ocean capital and colonial quarter. It has a population of about 750.000.
Right now it is 77°F (25°C) in Colombo with overcast. It feels like 87°F. Today runs from 75°F to 83°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.7/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Colombo is February and March. The climate is tropical. May, June and July tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 90°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 73°F.
The closest major airport is Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), about 18 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 83°F is in line with the 84°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Colombo today at 9.7/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 6°55′37.6″N 79°51′40.3″E (6.9271, 79.8612)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Colombo?
Colombo is a city in Sri Lanka. Its coordinates are 6.9271, 79.8612. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Colombo right now?
It is currently 77°F (25°C) with overcast. Humidity is 96% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Colombo?
February and March offer the most comfortable conditions in Colombo, which has a tropical climate. May, June and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Colombo in?
Colombo observes Asia/Colombo (UTC+05:30). The local time is 7:19 AM.
How many people live in Colombo?
Colombo has a population of approximately 750.000.
What is the nearest airport to Colombo?
The closest airports are Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), 18 mi away.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
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| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 27, 2026 at 7:19 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
