Sri Lanka Weather Forecast
Sri Lanka weather: 79°F, showers. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Sri Lanka?
Yes - rain is likely in Sri Lanka today.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 1,1 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Over the next 7 days, about 5,0 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun and Mon.
The next 7 days carry about 3.3 times a normal week's rain for August (5,0 in against 1,5 in).
16-day forecast for Sri Lanka
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Aug 25 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 82° / 76° | 100% · 1,1 in | 10 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Light showers | 81° / 76° | 100% · 0,7 in | 10 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌧️ Showers | 82° / 76° | 100% · 1,0 in | 10 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌧️ Showers | 82° / 76° | 100% · 1,1 in | 10 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 84° / 77° | 92% · 0,4 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 84° / 78° | 94% · 0,3 in | 11 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 83° / 75° | 95% · 0,3 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 83° / 77° | 86% · 0,3 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 84° / 78° | 94% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 84° / 76° | 88% · 0,4 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 83° / 77° | 89% · 0,3 in | 8 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 85° / 77° | 85% · 0,2 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 83° / 77° | 82% · 0,2 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 84° / 76° | 80% · 0,2 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 84° / 77° | 88% · 0,4 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Sep 9 | 🌦️ Light showers | 84° / 77° | 55% · 0,8 in | 12 mph | 9 |
What this means for Sri Lanka
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 82°F is in line with the 84°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 1,1 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Within 15 degrees of the equator, day length barely changes all year; seasons are defined by rain, not temperature.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 36°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
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.
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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 79°F (26°C) with showers. Humidity is 87% and wind is 8 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 10:10 AM.
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. |
|---|---|
| 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 25, 2026 at 10:10 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
