Temperature
Hot by day, warm at night.
Anuradhapura is usually most comfortable in January and February. Typical daytime highs range from 84–93°F across the year. Rain varies by season.
Hot by day, warm at night.
It rains on most days. About 23 wet days, the highest monthly average.
Cloudier spells limit sunshine.
Very humid air is a major factor this month.
In November, afternoons feel about 90° and nights feel near 82°.
Overcast skies this month.
Calm winds are typical in November.
November late afternoons are around 82°F, easing to about 79°F in early evening.
| Month | High°F | Low°F | Rainin | Wet days | Sunh | Humidity% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 84 | 71 | 3.3 | 12 | 9.7 | 83 |
| Feb | 87 | 71 | 2.1 | 8 | 10.8 | 79 |
| Mar | 92 | 74 | 2.0 | 9 | 11.3 | 75 |
| Apr | 93 | 77 | 5.0 | 18 | 10.7 | 78 |
| May | 91 | 78 | 3.7 | 16 | 10.7 | 80 |
| Jun | 90 | 78 | 1.5 | 12 | 10.8 | 77 |
| Jul | 91 | 78 | 1.9 | 11 | 10.8 | 75 |
| Aug | 91 | 77 | 2.4 | 12 | 10.7 | 75 |
| Sep | 90 | 77 | 2.9 | 15 | 10.3 | 76 |
| Oct | 89 | 76 | 8.2 | 22 | 9.3 | 82 |
| Nov | 86 | 74 | 10.4 | 23 | 8.3 | 86 |
| Dec | 84 | 73 | 6.7 | 18 | 8.5 | 85 |
Similar climates
Want a side-by-side climate view? Compare Anuradhapura with Angkor.
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Sunshine: source type is not yet identified at metric level.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jul 31, 2026
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