Beach town in Southern Province, Sri Lanka
Bentota weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Bentota
Dec–Apr has calm seas and sunshine and is the peak season. May–Sep southwest monsoon brings rough water and red flags; Oct–Nov has thunderstorms.
Bentota weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan29°89 mm
- Feb30°85 mm
- Mar30°128 mm
- Apr30°238 mm
- May29°244 mm
- Jun29°155 mm
- Jul28°114 mm
- Aug28°135 mm
- Sep28°187 mm
- Oct28°302 mm
- Nov29°332 mm
- Dec29°193 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C85°F | 24°C75°F | 89 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| February | 30°C86°F | 24°C76°F | 85 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| March | 30°C87°F | 25°C78°F | 128 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| April | 30°C86°F | 26°C79°F | 238 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| May | 29°C85°F | 27°C80°F | 244 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| June | 29°C83°F | 26°C79°F | 155 mm | 86% | Pleasant |
| July | 28°C83°F | 26°C78°F | 114 mm | 87% | Pleasant |
| August | 28°C83°F | 26°C78°F | 135 mm | 86% | Pleasant |
| September | 28°C83°F | 26°C78°F | 187 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| October | 28°C83°F | 26°C78°F | 302 mm | 86% | Very wet |
| November | 29°C83°F | 25°C77°F | 332 mm | 84% | Very wet |
| December | 29°C84°F | 24°C76°F | 193 mm | 83% | Rainy |
Best months across Sri Lanka
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Ella | Jan–Mar, Jul–Aug | Aug (27°C) |
| Colombo | Dec–Mar | Mar (31°C) |
| Kandy | Jan–Apr | Apr (30°C) |
| Galle | Dec–Mar | Mar (29°C) |
| Mirissa | Dec–Mar | Mar (30°C) |
| Weligama | Nov–Mar | Mar (30°C) |
| Arugam Bay | May–Sep | Aug (32°C) |
| Sigiriya | Jan–Mar, Jul–Sep | Apr (32°C) |
| Unawatuna | Dec–Mar | Mar (29°C) |
| Hikkaduwa | Dec–Mar | Mar (29°C) |
| Nuwara Eliya | Feb–Apr, Aug | Mar (20°C) |
| Negombo | Dec–Mar | Mar (31°C) |
| Ahangama | Nov–Mar | Mar (30°C) |
| Hiriketiya | Nov–Mar | Mar (30°C) |
| Trincomalee | May–Sep | Aug (32°C) |
| Bentota | Dec–Apr | Mar (30°C) |
| Tangalle | Dec–Apr | Mar (30°C) |
| Jaffna | Feb–Mar, Jul–Aug | Apr (32°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Bentota?
Dec–Apr. Dec–Apr has calm seas and sunshine and is the peak season. May–Sep southwest monsoon brings rough water and red flags; Oct–Nov has thunderstorms.
When is the rainy season in Bentota?
Rain peaks in November with about 332 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Apr–Jun, Sep–Dec.
What is the hottest month in Bentota?
March, with average highs of 30°C (87°F).
How cold does Bentota get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 24°C (75°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Sri Lanka Railways
- Sri Lanka Tourism
- Bandaranaike International Airport
- PickMe
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.5°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.