When to Visit Sri Lanka

Read the below travel guides to find the best time to visit Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka in January: Weather and Wildlife

Wrapped in emerald green forests and rolling hills, bordered by a turquoise ocean and dotted with charming colonial coastal towns, Sri Lanka surely is an idyllic holiday destination. And what better time to experience this island country, nicknamed the &l ...Read more

Best Time to Visit Sri Lanka

After suffering from years of civil war and unrest, the situation in Sri Lanka has finally become stable. For all the travel enthusiasts around the world, this is definitely good news. Sri Lanka is a tropical paradise with culture and history that spans c ...Read more

Sri Lanka in September: Weather and Travel Tips

Sri Lanka gets a brief break from its two battering monsoon cycles—Yala and Maha—in September. Barring a few odd showers, the month offers a spectacular tropical treat, a perfect time to take advantage of sparse tourist crowds and shoulder sea ...Read more

Sri Lanka in February: Beach Weather and Excursions

Visiting Sri Lanka in February introduces you to a plethora of travel opportunities and cultural tours. Days are clear and temperatures are warm during this time, and activities on the beaches of Bentota are plentiful. February is also a great time to exp ...Read more

Sri Lanka in October: Weather, Tips & City Tours

Sri Lanka is home to a rich trove of cultural heritage, spectacular landscapes, and culinary delights. Even the low season of October offers plenty of sightseeing activities across some of the most breathtaking locations. There is just one caveat if you a ...Read more

Sri Lanka in April: Perfect Travel Weather

Exotic and alluring, Sri Lanka has been seducing travelers for centuries. Named ‘Serendib’ (the origin of the word ‘serendipity’) by early Arab traders, the endless beaches, timeless ruins, ancient cultures, diverse wildlife, and i ...Read more

Sri Lanka in July: Season of Monsoon and Mists

Mist and abundant rain showers engulf the hills of Sri Lanka in July. But travelers can still explore the warm and dry regions, such as the eastern beaches of Passekudah and Trincomalee. July is also an ideal time for visiting the turquoise island off Ind ...Read more

Sri Lanka in June: Strong Hold of the Yala Monsoon

Sri Lanka in June is in the firm grip of Yala, its annual southwesterly monsoon. As the name suggests, rainstorms soak the southern and western stretches of the country. But the northeastern territories are virtually untouched by the monsoon. The Cultural ...Read more

Sri Lanka in August: The Last of the Yala Monsoon

Monsoon has largely subsided in Sri Lanka by August. Rains lose their ferocity and sunny days multiply in the country's south and west. With a consistent temperature throughout the island, Sri Lanka in August offers a rare treat of uninhibited access anyw ...Read more

Sri Lanka in May: Travel Opportunities in the Monsoon

Tourist crowds are sparse across Sri Lanka in May. Popular tourist hotspots are a little less busy during this time. But the monsoon weather does bring constant rain in most parts of the country. Still, a well-planned trip to Sri Lanka will open doors to ...Read more

Sri Lanka in December: Tropical Holiday, Sun and Rain

Treat yourself to a captivating and inspirational tropical getaway this holiday season. Weatherwise, December in Sri Lanka is a fuss-free season to visit the island nation. Freshly washed and watered by the southwestern monsoon, the most beautiful beaches ...Read more

Sri Lanka in November: Transitioning to Monsoon

Home to ancient cultures, historical sites, tropical jungles, and beautiful beaches, Sri Lanka is an exotic travel destination. The island nation has a tropical climate with two monsoon seasons, and November is one of the inter-monsoon seasons. Sri Lanka ...Read more