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Matara in February 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Matara 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 Matara, Sri Lanka.

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Matara in February 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Matara in February in summary
Favourable weather
Min 26°C Max 31°C 81 mm 5 day(s) 79% 26% 30°C UV 7 11.0 h/day
Best activities in February
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesGastronomyWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
High crowding 06:24 18:20
Hourly weather

Average weather in Matara in February 2027

Favourable weather

The weather in Matara 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.

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Climate

Climate of Matara in February

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

Temperatures and rain in Matara 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

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Matara in February

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Matara in February

Check the seasonal normals in Matara 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 28.3°C 28.7°C 29.3°C
Maximum temperature 30.6°C 31.2°C 31.4°C
Minimum temperature 25.9°C 26.3°C 27.2°C
Record maximum temperature 34.0°C
(2017)
34.0°C
(2012)
35.0°C
(2015)
Record low temperature 22.0°C
(2013)
23.0°C
(2011)
23.0°C
(2015)
Number of days at +30° 26 day(s)
(84%)
26 day(s)
(90%)
29 day(s)
(94%)
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) 27.5°C 28.4°C 29.0°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 26.4°C 27.2°C 28.2°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 28.7°C 29.6°C 29.8°C
Wind
Wind speed 12 km/h 13 km/h 13 km/h
Wind temperature 26.0°C 26.3°C 27.2°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 72.8 mm 81.0 mm 100.6 mm
Number of days with precipitation 16 day(s)
(52%)
16 day(s)
(55%)
19 day(s)
(61%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 5 day(s)
(15%)
5 day(s)
(18%)
8 day(s)
(25%)
Record precipitation in one day 32.9 mm
(2021)
32.2 mm
(2018)
68.1 mm
(2020)
Other weather data
Humidity 79% 79% 79%
Visibility 9.7 km 9.6 km 9.6 km
Cloud cover 28% 26% 27%
UV index 7 7 7
Daily sunshine 11h 11h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h23 06h24 06h14
Sunset time 18h12 18h20 18h19
Day length 11h49 11h56 12h05
Our opinion on the climate in February
The review of Where And When favourable weather favourable weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Matara in February?

Best activities in February
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesGastronomyWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Matara in February last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
23°C30°C1.4 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
23°C30°C0.0 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
23°C30°C0.3 mm
4
Clear/Sunny
22°C29°C0.0 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
24°C30°C0.3 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
23°C31°C0.0 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
23°C31°C0.1 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
22°C30°C0.0 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
22°C31°C0.1 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
22°C30°C0.0 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
23°C30°C0.0 mm
12
Clear/Sunny
23°C32°C0.4 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
23°C31°C0.0 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
21°C31°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
22°C31°C0.0 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
22°C31°C0.2 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
23°C31°C0.2 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
23°C31°C0.8 mm
19
Partly Cloudy
23°C31°C0.0 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
22°C31°C0.0 mm
21
Clear/Sunny
22°C31°C0.0 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
22°C32°C0.0 mm
23
Clear/Sunny
22°C32°C0.3 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
23°C33°C0.4 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
24°C30°C1.4 mm
26
Light rain shower
24°C29°C6.4 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
25°C31°C2.0 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
24°C30°C5.3 mm
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Where to go near Matara in February?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Matara in February: your frequently asked questions

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

Yes, it’s a good time. Conditions are favorable in Matara in February, which places this month 2th out of 12.

Expect an average of 31°C during the day and 26°C at night, with about 81 mm of precipitation spread over 5 rainy days.

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

Expect about 11.0 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, Animal observation and Diving and snorkeling. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Yes: this month is in High crowding, with a visitor index of 76/100. Book your accommodation and transportation well in advance.
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