Colombo in August
Great time to visit
Weather turns the corner with less rain and lower humidity. Increasingly popular with savvy travelers who want good conditions without peak season crowds.
Weather
August brings noticeably better weather as the southwest monsoon weakens further. Humidity drops to comfortable 70% levels and rain becomes more sporadic. Clear mornings are common with possible afternoon showers that pass quickly.
30°C high24°C low10 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$75/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Kataragama Festival
- •Nikini Poya Day
August Tips
- •Great month for combining Colombo with upcountry travel
- •Book restaurants early - locals take advantage of better weather
- •Sunrise photography opportunities improve dramatically
All Months
December through March gives you the dry season with temperatures around 27-30°C. This is peak tourist season, so guesthouses charge more and Galle Face Green gets crowded with families.
July and August bring the southwest monsoon, but it's not the city-stopping rain you'd expect. Afternoon showers clear the air and cool things down. Hotel prices drop 30-40% and you'll have temples mostly to yourself.
Avoid April through June – it's hot, humid, and miserable. May hits 35°C with crushing humidity. September through November brings unpredictable weather, but also the best fruit season. Mangoes and rambutans are everywhere and cheap.
Colombo Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
6/10
Families
6/10
Adventure
6/10
Budget
9/10
Luxury
5/10
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