Colombo Travel Guide
Colombo travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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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 85°F (29°C) in Colombo with light drizzle. It feels like 92°F. Today runs from 80°F to 85°F. Chance of precipitation is 94%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.4/10 - 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 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 Colombo today at 8.1/10. 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)
Weather in Colombo right now
Use SPF 30+, a hat and sunglasses; seek shade near midday.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:54 PM, Aug 22 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 85° / 80°
Drizzle · 94% rain · wind 12 mph
🌧️ 84° / 78°
Heavy drizzle · 100% rain · wind 12 mph
Quick facts about Colombo
Best time to visit Colombo
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
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- If your dates are flexible, avoid May, June and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Colombo
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bandaranaike International Airport | CMB | 18 mi | Sri Lanka |
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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 85°F (29°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 68% and wind is 11 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 8:54 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| 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 22, 2026 at 8:54 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
