Best Time to Visit Kandy
Sri Lanka · weather by month, temperature and rainfall
The best time to visit Kandy is February, when the weather is at its most comfortable for sightseeing and time outdoors. April is the hottest month, with average highs of 30°C (87°F), while January is the coldest, with lows around 18°C (65°F). The rainy season runs over October to December; November is the wettest month with about 316 mm (12.4 in) of rain. November is the least comfortable month, mainly because of the rain.
Kandy weather by month
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Humidity | Sun hrs/day | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C 79°F | 18°C 65°F | 136 mm | 13 | 88% | 4.8 | Fair 4.9 |
| February | 28°C 82°F | 18°C 65°F | 97 mm | 10 | 84% | 5.8 | Good 6.9 |
| March | 30°C 86°F | 20°C 67°F | 102 mm | 14 | 79% | 5.9 | Fair 5.4 |
| April | 30°C 87°F | 22°C 71°F | 165 mm | 22 | 80% | 4.6 | Poor 3.3 |
| May | 29°C 84°F | 22°C 72°F | 147 mm | 19 | 84% | 3.4 | Poor 3.2 |
| June | 28°C 82°F | 22°C 72°F | 71 mm | 16 | 84% | 2.7 | Fair 5.6 |
| July | 28°C 83°F | 22°C 71°F | 68 mm | 14 | 83% | 2.5 | Fair 6.1 |
| August | 29°C 84°F | 22°C 71°F | 87 mm | 16 | 81% | 2.5 | Fair 5.1 |
| September | 29°C 84°F | 22°C 71°F | 107 mm | 18 | 82% | 3.2 | Poor 4.4 |
| October | 28°C 83°F | 21°C 70°F | 250 mm | 23 | 84% | 2.9 | Poor 3.4 |
| November | 27°C 80°F | 20°C 68°F | 316 mm | 25 | 89% | 3 | Poor 3 |
| December | 26°C 79°F | 19°C 67°F | 259 mm | 21 | 90% | 3.2 | Poor 3 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kandy?
The best time to visit Kandy is February, based on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sunshine.
What is the hottest month in Kandy?
April is the hottest month in Kandy, with an average high of 30°C (87°F).
What is the coldest month in Kandy?
January is the coldest month in Kandy, with an average low of 18°C (65°F).
What is the rainiest month in Kandy?
November is the wettest month, with about 316 mm (12.4 in) of rain. July is the driest, with 68 mm (2.7 in).
When is the rainy season in Kandy?
The rainy season in Kandy is October to December.
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- Colombo95 km · best January and February
- Galle146 km · best January and February
- Tirunelveli362 km · best January
- Madurai402 km · best January
- Tiruchirappalli446 km · best December and January
- Teni460 km · best January
- Kallakurichi527 km · best December and January
- Kochi564 km · best December and January
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