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Jaffna in February 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Jaffna in February 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether February is a good month to travel to Jaffna, Sri Lanka.

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Jaffna in February 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Jaffna in February in summary
Ideal weather
Min 26°C Max 28°C 50 mm 2 day(s) 77% 26% 29°C UV 7 11.1 h/day
Best activities in February
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds Very high prices 06:29 18:19
Hourly weather

Average weather in Jaffna in February 2027

Ideal weather

The weather in Jaffna in February 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in February. This allows you to forecast the weather in February 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

From 1st to 28 February 2027
0h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
12 days out of 28 (42%)
25.9°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
11 days out of 28 (39%)
Cloudy
3 days out of 28 (10%)
Moderate rain at times
2 days out of 28 (7%)
3h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
10 days out of 28 (35%)
25.8°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
10 days out of 28 (35%)
Cloudy
4 days out of 28 (14%)
Moderate rain at times
3 days out of 28 (10%)
6h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
10 days out of 28 (35%)
26.1°C
Other common conditions
Clear/Sunny
9 days out of 28 (32%)
Moderate rain at times
4 days out of 28 (14%)
Cloudy
3 days out of 28 (10%)
9h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
15 days out of 28 (53%)
27.2°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
6 days out of 28 (21%)
Moderate rain at times
4 days out of 28 (14%)
Heavy rain
2 days out of 28 (7%)
12h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
19 days out of 28 (67%)
27.5°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
5 days out of 28 (17%)
Moderate rain at times
3 days out of 28 (10%)
Heavy rain
1 days out of 28 (3%)
15h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
18 days out of 28 (64%)
27.1°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
7 days out of 28 (25%)
Moderate rain at times
2 days out of 28 (7%)
Cloudy
1 days out of 28 (3%)
18h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
16 days out of 28 (57%)
26.4°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
9 days out of 28 (32%)
Cloudy
1 days out of 28 (3%)
Moderate rain at times
1 days out of 28 (3%)
21h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
15 days out of 28 (53%)
26.1°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
10 days out of 28 (35%)
Cloudy
2 days out of 28 (7%)
Moderate rain at times
1 days out of 28 (3%)
Climate

Climate of Jaffna in February

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Jaffna in February.

Temperatures and rain in Jaffna in February

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in February.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of February is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Jaffna in February

The climate of Jaffna in February is relatively dry. An average of 50 mm precipitation is recorded over 7 days. The situation is drier than the previous month: in January, the average recorded is 105 mm over 12 days.

Temperatures are warm in Jaffna in February. The average maximum temperature reaches 28°C, while the minimum falls to about 26°C. The month's average temperature is 27°C. These normals should be compared with the records recorded in Jaffna in February: 30°C as a maximum in 2009 and 24°C as a minimum in 2014.

In February, the days last on average 11:50 in Jaffna. The sun rises around 06:29 and sets around 18:19.

With ideal weather, the month of February is a recommended month to travel to Jaffna in Sri Lanka.

In February, the most favorable activities in Jaffna are: Beach and swimming, Cultural visits and heritage, Nature and landscapes and Boat trip and cruise.

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Jaffna in February

Check the seasonal normals in Jaffna in February and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
February
Weather data January February March
Outside temperature
Average temperature 26.3°C 26.8°C 28.4°C
Maximum temperature 26.9°C 27.6°C 29.4°C
Minimum temperature 25.7°C 26.0°C 27.3°C
Record maximum temperature 29.0°C
(2020)
 30.0°C
(2009)
 32.0°C
(2009)
Record low temperature 22.0°C
(2021)
 24.0°C
(2014)
 25.0°C
(2012)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
 1 day(s)
(3%)
 14 day(s)
(45%)
Number of days at +18° 31 day(s)
(100%)
 28 day(s)
(97%)
 31 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
 0 day(s)
(0%)
 0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 26.7°C 27.6°C 28.7°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 25.6°C 26.0°C 27.6°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 28.0°C 28.8°C 29.9°C
Wind
Wind speed 25 km/h 23 km/h 19 km/h
Wind temperature 25.9°C 26.1°C 27.3°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 105.4 mm 49.6 mm 36.0 mm
Number of days with precipitation 12 day(s)
(39%)
 7 day(s)
(24%)
 6 day(s)
(19%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 4 day(s)
(13%)
 2 day(s)
(7%)
 2 day(s)
(6%)
Record precipitation in one day 91.4 mm
(2014)
 83.7 mm
(2013)
 37.2 mm
(2009)
Other weather data
Humidity 77% 77% 77%
Visibility 9.7 km 9.9 km 9.9 km
Cloud cover 35% 26% 15%
UV index 7 7 7
Daily sunshine 11h 11h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h30 06h29 06h17
Sunset time 18h08 18h19 18h21
Day length 11h38 11h50 12h04
Our opinion on the climate in February
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Activities and events

What to do in Jaffna in February?

Best activities in February
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Jaffna in February last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Jaffna in February 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
25°C28°C0.2 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
25°C28°C0.2 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
25°C28°C0.0 mm
4
Clear/Sunny
24°C28°C0.0 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
25°C28°C0.0 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
25°C28°C0.0 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
24°C28°C0.0 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
25°C28°C0.0 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
25°C28°C0.2 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
26°C28°C0.0 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
24°C28°C0.0 mm
12
Clear/Sunny
25°C28°C0.0 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
24°C28°C0.0 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
23°C28°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
23°C28°C0.0 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
23°C28°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
24°C28°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
24°C28°C0.0 mm
19
Clear/Sunny
24°C28°C0.0 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
24°C29°C0.0 mm
21
Clear/Sunny
24°C29°C0.0 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
25°C29°C0.0 mm
23
Clear/Sunny
25°C29°C0.0 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
26°C29°C0.0 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
27°C28°C0.2 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
27°C29°C0.9 mm
27
Light rain shower
26°C28°C12.9 mm
28
Light rain shower
26°C28°C8.4 mm
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Where to go near Jaffna in February?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Jaffna in February: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Yes, this is one of the best times. The weather conditions are ideal in Jaffna in February, which places this month 2th out of 12. Expect, however, more crowds and higher prices.

Expect an average of 28°C during the day and 26°C at night, with about 50 mm of precipitation spread over 2 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 28°C on average in February, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 11.1 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Beach and swimming, Cultural visits and heritage, Nature and landscapes and Boat trip and cruise. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in Moderate crowds, with an index of 51/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

Yes: prices are at level Very high prices, with a price index of 81/100, including flights and accommodation. Booking early makes a real difference.

The most favorable months in Jaffna are: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September. You are therefore already in one of the best times of the year; shifting your plans would not gain you much in terms of weather.
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