Colombo Weather Forecast
Colombo weather: 85°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
UV index in Colombo
Full protection required. Avoid direct sun between 10am and 4pm. Burn times are approximate, for unprotected skin at peak UV.
Health and safety today
| Skin and UV | Full protection required. Avoid direct sun between 10am and 4pm. |
|---|---|
| Heat stress | The heat index is 92°F, higher than the air temperature because humidity is 69%. Sweat evaporates slowly, so drink before you feel thirsty and take shade breaks. |
| Pets | Pavement can be 20°C hotter than the air. Walk dogs early or late, never leave animals in cars, and carry water. |
| Older adults | Heat builds up slowly indoors. Check on anyone over 65 living alone and keep rooms ventilated. |
| Children | Small bodies overheat faster than adults. Shade, hats and frequent drinks; skip midday sport. |
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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 overcast. Humidity is 69% 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 5:05 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 5:05 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
