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Jaffna in July 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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

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Jaffna in July 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Jaffna in July in summary
Ideal weather
Min 28°C Max 29°C 63 mm 4 day(s) 79% 30% 31°C UV 6 12.6 h/day
Best activities in July
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
High crowding Very high prices 05:57 18:35
Hourly weather

Average weather in Jaffna in July 2027

Ideal weather

The weather in Jaffna in July 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in July. This allows you to forecast the weather in July 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 31 July 2027
0h
Dominant weather
Moderate rain at times
9 days out of 31 (29%)
28.2°C
Other common conditions
Clear/Sunny
7 days out of 31 (22%)
Partly Cloudy
7 days out of 31 (22%)
Moderate or heavy rain in area with thunder
4 days out of 31 (12%)
3h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
12 days out of 31 (38%)
28.3°C
Other common conditions
Clear/Sunny
10 days out of 31 (32%)
Moderate or heavy rain in area with thunder
2 days out of 31 (6%)
Moderate rain at times
2 days out of 31 (6%)
6h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
13 days out of 31 (41%)
28.5°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
11 days out of 31 (35%)
Moderate rain at times
4 days out of 31 (12%)
Heavy rain
2 days out of 31 (6%)
9h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
17 days out of 31 (54%)
28.8°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
10 days out of 31 (32%)
Moderate rain at times
1 days out of 31 (3%)
Cloudy
1 days out of 31 (3%)
12h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
20 days out of 31 (64%)
28.9°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
9 days out of 31 (29%)
Moderate rain at times
2 days out of 31 (6%)
Cloudy
1 days out of 31 (3%)
15h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
19 days out of 31 (61%)
28.8°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
10 days out of 31 (32%)
Moderate or heavy rain in area with thunder
1 days out of 31 (3%)
Cloudy
1 days out of 31 (3%)
18h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
14 days out of 31 (45%)
28.6°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
9 days out of 31 (29%)
Moderate rain at times
4 days out of 31 (12%)
Moderate or heavy rain in area with thunder
3 days out of 31 (9%)
21h
Dominant weather
Clear/Sunny
11 days out of 31 (35%)
28.4°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
11 days out of 31 (35%)
Moderate or heavy rain in area with thunder
4 days out of 31 (12%)
Moderate rain at times
3 days out of 31 (9%)
Climate

Climate of Jaffna in July

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

Temperatures and rain in Jaffna in July

Average daily weather

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

Monthly temperatures

The month of July 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 July

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Jaffna in July

Check the seasonal normals in Jaffna in July 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
July
Weather data June July August
Outside temperature
Average temperature 29.1°C 28.7°C 28.3°C
Maximum temperature 29.5°C 29.1°C 28.8°C
Minimum temperature 28.7°C 28.2°C 27.9°C
Record maximum temperature 31.0°C
(2010)
 31.0°C
(2016)
 31.0°C
(2015)
Record low temperature 25.0°C
(2020)
 22.0°C
(2020)
 21.0°C
(2021)
Number of days at +30° 15 day(s)
(50%)
 8 day(s)
(26%)
 4 day(s)
(13%)
Number of days at +18° 30 day(s)
(100%)
 31 day(s)
(100%)
 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) 29.3°C 29.4°C 28.8°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 28.2°C 28.2°C 27.5°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 30.8°C 30.5°C 30.2°C
Wind
Wind speed 35 km/h 31 km/h 30 km/h
Wind temperature 29.0°C 28.4°C 28.2°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 47.4 mm 63.0 mm 100.9 mm
Number of days with precipitation 11 day(s)
(37%)
 15 day(s)
(48%)
 19 day(s)
(61%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 2 day(s)
(8%)
 4 day(s)
(12%)
 5 day(s)
(17%)
Record precipitation in one day 40.2 mm
(2016)
 31.2 mm
(2020)
 63.5 mm
(2010)
Other weather data
Humidity 79% 79% 79%
Visibility 9.8 km 9.8 km 9.7 km
Cloud cover 28% 30% 32%
UV index 7 6 6
Daily sunshine 13h 13h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h50 05h57 06h01
Sunset time 18h31 18h35 18h27
Day length 12h41 12h38 12h26
Our opinion on the climate in July
The review of Where And When favourable weather ideal weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Jaffna in July?

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

What was the weather like in Jaffna in July last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
28°C29°C0.0 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
28°C29°C0.0 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
28°C29°C0.7 mm
4
Clear/Sunny
28°C29°C0.0 mm
5
Clear/Sunny
28°C29°C0.0 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
28°C30°C0.0 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
28°C30°C0.3 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
28°C29°C0.0 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
28°C30°C0.0 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
28°C30°C0.0 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
28°C30°C0.0 mm
12
Clear/Sunny
28°C30°C0.1 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
29°C30°C0.5 mm
14
Partly Cloudy
28°C30°C1.3 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
28°C30°C0.0 mm
16
Partly Cloudy
28°C30°C0.1 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
28°C29°C4.9 mm
18
Partly Cloudy
28°C29°C1.3 mm
19
Partly Cloudy
28°C29°C0.4 mm
20
Partly Cloudy
28°C28°C0.0 mm
21
Partly Cloudy
28°C29°C0.2 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
28°C29°C0.4 mm
23
Partly Cloudy
28°C29°C0.7 mm
24
Thundery outbreaks in nearby
27°C28°C8.5 mm
25
Partly Cloudy
28°C29°C3.6 mm
26
Partly Cloudy
28°C28°C0.3 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
27°C28°C0.1 mm
28
Clear/Sunny
27°C29°C0.0 mm
29
Clear/Sunny
28°C30°C0.3 mm
30
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.0 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.0 mm
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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Jaffna in July: 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 July, which places this month 4th out of 12. Expect, however, more crowds and higher prices.

Expect an average of 29°C during the day and 28°C at night, with about 63 mm of precipitation spread over 4 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 29°C on average in July, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 12.6 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 High crowding, with an index of 62/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

Yes: prices are at level Very high prices, with a price index of 83/100, 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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