Sri Lanka Travel Guide
Sri Lanka travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Sri Lanka is a country in Asia. Sri Lanka is a country in Asia with its capital at Colombo. It has a population of about 22 million. The capital is Colombo.
Right now it is 85°F (29°C) in Sri Lanka with overcast. It feels like 93°F. Today runs from 80°F to 85°F. Chance of precipitation is 99%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.3/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Sri Lanka 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 August. The forecast high of 85°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 Sri Lanka today at 8.2/10. 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.
Map of Sri Lanka
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 6°55′37.6″N 79°51′40.3″E (6.9271, 79.8612)
Weather in Sri Lanka right now
Full protection required. Avoid direct sun between 10am and 4pm.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:44 PM, Aug 21 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 85° / 80°
Drizzle · 96% rain · wind 12 mph
🌦️ 84° / 78°
Drizzle · 100% rain · wind 12 mph
Quick facts about Sri Lanka
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Continent | Asia |
| Coordinates | 6°55′37.6″N 79°51′40.3″E (6.9271, 79.8612) |
| Capital | Colombo |
| Population | 22.000.000 |
| Area | 25.332 sq mi |
| ISO code | LK |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | LKA |
| Currency | Sri Lankan rupee (LKR) |
| Languages | Sinhala, Tamil |
| Calling code | +94 |
| Time zone | Asia/Colombo |
| Local time | 2:44 PM (UTC+05:30) |
| Best months | February and March |
| Climate | Tropical |
Best time to visit Sri Lanka
Go in February and March. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: May, June and July - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- High-factor sunscreen and a long-sleeve sun layer for midday
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- Avoid unshaded sightseeing between 10am and 4pm - the UV index peaks at 8.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid May, June and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Sri Lanka
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bandaranaike International Airport | CMB | 18 mi | Sri Lanka |
Airports in Sri Lanka
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Cities in Sri Lanka
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Explore Sri Lanka
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka is a country in Asia. Its coordinates are 6.9271, 79.8612. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Sri Lanka right now?
It is currently 85°F (29°C) with overcast. Humidity is 69% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Sri Lanka?
February and March offer the most comfortable conditions in Sri Lanka, which has a tropical climate. May, June and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Sri Lanka in?
Sri Lanka observes Asia/Colombo (UTC+05:30). The local time is 2:44 PM.
How many people live in Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka has a population of approximately 22 million.
What is the nearest airport to Sri Lanka?
The closest airports are Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), 18 mi away.
What places are in Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka covers 2 places in this atlas, including Bandaranaike International Airport and Colombo.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 August 21, 2026 at 2:44 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
