South AfricaAverage weather for Colombo in February
It's warm in February in Colombo with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 17°C.
Start of February
The month of February starts in Colombo with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 16°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid February
By mid-February, daytime temps drop to around 29°C, with nights around 16°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of February
By the end of February, the average daytime temperature in Colombo is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In February, there is an average of 202 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Colombo in February |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
29°C | 6°C | |
 Max. temperature |
30°C | 10°C | |
| Min. temperature |
26°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
202 mm | 82 mm | |
| Rainy days |
14 days | 11 days | |
January
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is February a good time to visit Colombo?
Looking for sun? February isn’t a good month to be in Colombo. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2015, Colombo reached the highest temperature in February over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 6°C to a highest value of 21°C.
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Daily Temperature in February in Colombo
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in February for Colombo, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in February in Colombo
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in February for Colombo, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for February, you can expect about 14 days of precipitation in Colombo.
Daily UV index in February in Colombo
This chart shows the average daily UV index in February in Colombo, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in February in Colombo over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in February in Colombo, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in February in Colombo over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in February in Colombo, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in February for Colombo
Click on any day in February to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Colombo. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Colombo by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Colombo. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
