Question 1

When is the best weather in Sri Lanka?

Accepted Answer

The southwest half (west, south and hill country) is best roughly November to April when the northeast monsoon brings clear, dry weather. The east coast is best roughly May to September when it is the dry season there. The two coasts are essentially opposite — when one is dry, the other is often wet.

Question 2

Is the east or south coast of Sri Lanka better by month?

Accepted Answer

From roughly December to April the south and west coasts are at their best and the east is rough. From May to September the east coast is dry and the south/west are hit by the southwest monsoon. Use the weather verifier to check your exact month and region.

Question 3

Is December a good time to visit Sri Lanka?

Accepted Answer

December is peak season on the south and west coasts and in the hill country — clear days, flat sea and calm surf. The east coast, however, is in the northeast monsoon and rough. Book well in advance if you go in December.

Question 4

When is the monsoon in Sri Lanka?

Accepted Answer

The southwest monsoon runs roughly May to September and affects the south and west coasts and the hill country. The northeast monsoon runs roughly October to January and affects the north and east coasts. The wettest, stormiest stretches are often the inter-monsoon periods (around April and October-November).

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