Sri Lanka in july: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?

How is the weather in Sri Lanka in july? Is it the best time to go to Colombo and Ella? Check this with weather averages and our opinion below.

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Weather in Sri Lanka in july 2020

Here, you have access to the weather forecast for the month of july for most popular cities in Sri Lanka. These datas are statistics for july from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.

Weather details in july

The climate in July in Sri Lanka is gradually improving thanks to the regression of rain and heat. However, the west coast remains rainy.

July in Colombo and the West Coast of the Island

Despite the gradual decrease in heat, the weather in Colombo remains unfavorable. Every day is known, in fact, for rainy episodes with more frequent showers.

July in Jaffna and the Extreme North of the Island

As for the whole of Sri Lanka, temperatures are gradually decreasing in Jaffna and its surroundings. Unlike other localities that experience a decrease in precipitation, those of Jaffna increase in frequency.

July in Trincomalee and the Northeast of the Island

The climatic conditions in the northeast of the island are impeccable despite the heat that is still high in midday. The weather in Sri Lanka throughout July is favorable for relaxing and entertaining in Trincomalee.

July in Nuwara Eliya and the Central Plain

In spite of the comfortable heat and the regression of the bad weather, it is still necessary to wait for the sun to present itself because the rainy days are still numerous.

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Where should you go in Sri Lanka in july when it comes to the weather?

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The climate in Sri Lanka in july ranges from good to tolerable depending on the region and city.

warning in july the weather is not the same depending on the city and regions of the country.

Although it is not perfect the weather in Sri Lanka in july is good in Wilpattu National Park, Trincomalee, Dambulla, Puttalam and Anuradhapura. I allows to savor tours in these locations. And even why not take a little time to sunbathe!

If you do not go the sun and blue sky, but, for example to discover the heritage, the cities of Arugam Bay, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Batticaloa, Udawalawe National Park, Neluwa, Ella and Jaffna have a OK but just acceptable weather for that in july. Eventually, it is not advisable to travel to Yala National Park, Hikkaduwa, Negombo, Galle, Bentota, Colombo and Kalutara that month because the climate is rather unfavorable.

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Climate in Sri Lanka in july

Climate in Colombo in july

In the month of july, maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 81°F (for an average temperature of 85°F). The climate quite comfortable here in this month. With 15.6in over 29 days, you will suffer the rain throughout your holidays. Remember to bring Rain coats.

	June	July	August
Average temperature	85°F	85°F	85°F
Highest temperature	86°F	86°F	86°F
Lowest temperature	83°F	81°F	81°F
Sea temperature	83°F	81°F	81°F
Rainfall	19.6in	15.6in	16.5in
Number of days with rainfall	28 day(s) (95%)	29 day(s) (92%)	28 day(s) (90%)
Humidity	84%	84%	84%
Daily sunshine hours	11	10	9
Cloud cover	57%	52%	55%
Length of day	12:31	12:29	12:20
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	tolerable	tolerable	tolerable

more information about the climate in Colombo in july

Climate in Jaffna in july

In the month of july, maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 85°F (for an average temperature of 86°F). The climate is very warm in that locality in the month of july. With 1.9in over 10 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your vacations. But this is pretty moderate and it will not be continuous.
With a correct weather, the month of july is okay (but not good time) for traveling in this city.

	June	July	August
Average temperature	88°F	86°F	86°F
Highest temperature	90°F	90°F	88°F
Lowest temperature	86°F	85°F	85°F
Sea temperature	86°F	85°F	85°F
Rainfall	1.4in	1.9in	4.2in
Number of days with rainfall	7 day(s) (22%)	10 day(s) (33%)	13 day(s) (42%)
Humidity	79%	79%	80%
Daily sunshine hours	13	13	12
Cloud cover	26%	28%	30%
Length of day	12:41	12:38	12:26
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	tolerable	good	good

more information about the climate in Jaffna in july

Climate in Anuradhapura in july

In july, the mean temperature in Anuradhapura is 86°F (maximum temperature is 92°F and minimum temperature is 81°F). The climate is very warm in this location in the month of july. With barely 1.6in over 6 days, the rain will not be a problem throughout your trip.
With good weather conditions, the month of july is an advisable month to go in Anuradhapura.

	June	July	August
Average temperature	86°F	86°F	86°F
Highest temperature	92°F	92°F	92°F
Lowest temperature	81°F	81°F	81°F
Rainfall	1.3in	1.6in	2.4in
Number of days with rainfall	6 day(s) (19%)	6 day(s) (20%)	10 day(s) (31%)
Humidity	79%	78%	79%
Daily sunshine hours	12	13	11
Cloud cover	47%	43%	45%
Length of day	12:36	12:33	12:24
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	good	good	good

more information about the climate in Anuradhapura in july

Climate in Arugam Bay in july

In the month of july, maximum temperature is 95°F and minimum temperature is 83°F (for an average temperature of 88°F). The climate is very hot in that locality in july. With 1.9in over 13 days, rain may be scarce throughout your vacations.
With proper weather, july is okay (but not good month) for traveling in Arugam Bay.

	June	July	August
Average temperature	88°F	88°F	88°F
Highest temperature	95°F	95°F	94°F
Lowest temperature	83°F	83°F	81°F
Rainfall	1.8in	1.9in	3.5in
Number of days with rainfall	10 day(s) (33%)	13 day(s) (41%)	17 day(s) (55%)
Humidity	73%	73%	75%
Daily sunshine hours	13	13	13
Cloud cover	22%	24%	26%
Length of day	12:30	12:29	12:20
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	tolerable	tolerable	good

more information about the climate in Arugam Bay in july

Climate in Batticaloa in july

In the month of july, maximum temperature is 95°F and minimum temperature is 83°F (for an average temperature of 88°F). The climate is very warm here in the month of july. With about 1.9in over 13 days, rain may be scarce during your journey.
With proper weather, july is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in this locality in Sri Lanka.

	June	July	August
Average temperature	88°F	88°F	88°F
Highest temperature	95°F	95°F	94°F
Lowest temperature	83°F	83°F	81°F
Rainfall	1.8in	1.9in	3.5in
Number of days with rainfall	10 day(s) (33%)	13 day(s) (41%)	17 day(s) (55%)
Humidity	73%	73%	75%
Daily sunshine hours	13	13	13
Cloud cover	22%	24%	26%
Length of day	12:34	12:32	12:22
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	tolerable	tolerable	good

more information about the climate in Batticaloa in july

All cities in Sri Lanka in july

Colombo in july	tolerable weather
Jaffna in july	good weather
Anuradhapura in july	good weather
Arugam Bay in july	tolerable weather
Batticaloa in july	tolerable weather
Bentota in july	tolerable weather
Dambulla in july	good weather
Ella in july	tolerable weather
Galle in july	tolerable weather
Hikkaduwa in july	tolerable weather
Kalutara in july	tolerable weather
Kandy in july	tolerable weather
Negombo in july	tolerable weather
Neluwa in july	tolerable weather
Nuwara Eliya in july	tolerable weather
Udawalawe National Park in july	tolerable weather
Wilpattu National Park in july	good weather
Yala National Park in july	tolerable weather
Puttalam in july	good weather
Trincomalee in july	good weather
Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia in july	tolerable weather

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Weather data for Sri Lanka in july:

Weather data for Sri Lanka in july is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Sri Lanka. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Sri Lanka can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Sri Lanka.