Colombo Weather in February
Sri Lanka · February climate averages and travel tips
Avg high30°C (86°F)
Avg low23°C (74°F)
Rainfall76 mm (3.0 in)
RatingGood 6.7/10
Expect hot days in Colombo in February: the average high is 30°C (86°F) and the average low is 23°C (74°F). The month is moderately rainy, with about 76 mm (3.0 in) of rain spread over 11 days, one of the driest months of the year. Humidity averages 78%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 11.8 hours of daylight and a mix of sun and cloud.
Is February a good time to visit Colombo?
Yes — February is one of the best months to visit Colombo. The weather rates good (6.7/10) on our comfort score.
February weather at a glance
| Average high | 30°C (86°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 23°C (74°F) |
| Daily mean | 26°C (80°F) |
| Rainfall | 76 mm (3.0 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 11 |
| Humidity | 78% |
| Cloud cover | 52% |
| Daylight | 11.8 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 6.2 hours/day |
| Wind | 10 km/h |
| vs January | 1°C warmer than January, with 16 mm less rain. |
What to pack for Colombo in February
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
- swimwear
Colombo weather in other months
Jan29°C / 23°C92 mmFairFeb30°C / 23°C76 mmGoodMar31°C / 25°C127 mmPoorApr30°C / 26°C241 mmPoorMay30°C / 26°C253 mmPoorJun29°C / 26°C155 mmPoorJul28°C / 25°C110 mmPoorAug28°C / 25°C134 mmPoorSep29°C / 25°C175 mmPoorOct29°C / 25°C323 mmPoorNov29°C / 25°C339 mmPoorDec29°C / 24°C195 mmPoor
← JanuaryBest time to visit ColomboMarch →
Better weather in February nearby
- Dubai25°C · 14 mm · Excellent
- Jaipur27°C · 8 mm · Excellent
- Abu Dhabi24°C · 12 mm · Excellent
- Kathmandu20°C · 16 mm · Excellent
- Pokhara21°C · 25 mm · Excellent
- Doha24°C · 5 mm · Excellent
Nearby in February
- Kandy28°C · 97 mm
- Galle28°C · 100 mm
- Tirunelveli34°C · 10 mm
- Madurai34°C · 8 mm
- Teni32°C · 10 mm
- Tiruchirappalli34°C · 7 mm
Where else is good in February? See where to go in February.