The weather in July in Sri Lanka
It's hot in July in Sri Lanka with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 23°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in July for Sri Lanka. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2022, Sri Lanka reached the highest temperature in July over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Sri Lanka is 27°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In July, there is an average of 106 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in July for Sri Lanka
Click on any day in July to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sri Lanka. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
July weather comparison
| Sri Lanka | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 30°C | 31°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 33°C |
| Min. temperature | 22°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 106 mm | 160 mm |
| Rainy days | 13 days | 18 days |
Start of July
The month of July starts in Sri Lanka with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 23°C.
Mid July
By mid-July, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°C, with nights around 23°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of July
By the end of July, the average daytime temperature in Sri Lanka is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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The climate in Sri Lanka is based on weather data from Kandy. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Sri Lanka to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in July in Sri Lanka. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in July in Sri Lanka
Temperature in July in Sri Lanka over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in July in Sri Lanka. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in July in Sri Lanka
Total precipitation in July in Sri Lanka over the years
Daily UV index in July in Sri Lanka
This chart shows the average daily UV index in July in Sri Lanka, 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.
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Average weather in Sri Lanka by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sri Lanka. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.