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When is the best time to visit Kalutara?

Find the best time to travel to Kalutara, Sri Lanka, with month-by-month weather, temperatures and precipitation. Also compare the local tourist crowds and the activities to do on-site.

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Best time to go to Kalutara

Our tips and advice for choosing the best time to travel to Kalutara.

The maximum temperature in Kalutara is on average 30°C over the year, with values generally ranging between 29°C in August and 32°C in March. The climate is very wet, with about 4,472 mm of precipitation per year. The monthly minimum is 73 mm in January and the maximum reaches 736 mm in June.

The climate is suitable for a trip to Kalutara in: January, February, March, April, October, November and December. Nevertheless, the months when the weather is really pleasant are January, February, March and December.

For swimming, the most favorable period for water temperature is March, April and May, with a water temperature above 28.7°C.

However, the best time to fully enjoy the beach and swimming is January, February, November and December.

In terms of crowd levels, the quietest periods are in May, June, September and October, while crowding is high in January and December.

Climate

Climate of Kalutara, Sri Lanka

Temperatures, rain, sunshine and humidity allow you to quickly read the climate month by month in Kalutara.

Climate charts in Kalutara

Temperatures

Average curve and range between monthly minima and maxima.
Average Min / max

Precipitation

Average monthly rainfall observed each month.
Average rainfall Days with significant precipitation (>5 mm) Days with precipitation

Average daily sunshine

Average sunshine hours per day by month.
Sunshine hours

Relative humidity

Average humidity observed over the months.
Average humidity

What is the climate type in Kalutara?

Kalutara has a equatorial climate, which is a type of tropical climate. More precisely, according to the Köppen-Geiger classification, it is an equatorial (or tropical rainforest) climate (Af).

Activities

What to do in Kalutara and the best time to go depending on your interests?

Identify the best times for each travel desire in Kalutara and the activities you wish to do there.

Visitor numbers

Crowd levels and tourist seasons

Compare the busiest periods and the quieter months to plan your trip to Kalutara according to the atmosphere you seek.

Peak crowds
High season
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Crowds at a glance

How do visitor numbers change in Kalutara?

Visitor numbers in Kalutara vary significantly depending on the time of year. The choice of month can therefore really change the atmosphere of the trip: livelier in high season, more relaxed and quieter in low season.

The high season is concentrated mainly in January and December, with more visitors, a livelier atmosphere and often increased demand for accommodations.

To travel with fewer crowds, the months of February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November are generally the most interesting in terms of crowds.

Updated on 15/09/2026

Visitor index month by month

An index from 0 to 100 to visualize how visitor numbers vary over the year.
Average score
40/100
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Frequently asked questions

Best time to go to Kalutara: Frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we most often ask ourselves before booking.

The best weather conditions in Kalutara are concentrated over 4 months: January, February, March and December. It is during this period that the weather is considered good to ideal.

Regarding weather, the least favorable months in Kalutara are the following: May, June, July, August and September. Travel remains possible, but expect less pleasant conditions and a more flexible itinerary.

Precipitation is concentrated mainly in these months: May, June, July and August. The peak occurs in June, with about 736 mm of precipitation spread over approximately 25 wet days. Conversely, the driest month is January, with about 73 mm.

The hottest month in Kalutara is March, with an average of 32°C during the day and 28°C at night. The coolest is August, with 29°C during the day and 27°C at night.

Swimming is most pleasant when the water temperature exceeds 29°C, that is during these months: March, April and May. The peak is reached in April, with about 30°C on average.

The sun is at its most generous in June, with about 11.6 hours of sunshine per day. The darkest month is November, with 9.1 hours per day.

Visitor levels are significantly higher during these months: January and December. For a quieter trip, aim for February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November. Over the year, the average visitor index is 40/100.

We detail the month-by-month weather of 12 nearby destinations, including Panadura, Bentota and Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia. Compare them to build a coherent itinerary: conditions can vary from one city to another, even over short distances.
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