Month guide · Colombo · Sri Lanka
Colombo in February
What February is really like in Colombo: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Charaka Ranasinghe, CC BY 2.0
Quick answer
February is one of the best months to visit Colombo. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 23°C (73°F), about 5 rainy days and roughly 11.9 hours of daylight. One of the driest months, with calm seas and clear sunsets over Galle Face.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 23°C (73°F)
- Rainy days
- About 5
- Daylight
- About 11.9 hours
- Sea temperature
- 28°C (82°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in February
February is the 4th-warmest month in Colombo: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 31°C (88°F), and nights fall to about 23°C (73°F). Rain falls on roughly 5 of its 28 days. Compared with January (31°C (88°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs stay near 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 06:28
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 18:22
- Daylight
- About 11.9 hours
- Sea
- 28°C (82°F)
Second inter-monsoon (October–November). Frequent, heavy afternoon and evening storms; one of the wettest periods of the year in Colombo.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 5 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: February is one of the pricier months.
Events in February
- Navam Perahera at Gangaramaya (February full moon)
- Independence Day (4 February)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in February
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Zoo · Dehiwala
Dehiwala Zoo
The National Zoological Gardens, about 10 km south of the centre, is one of the oldest zoos in Asia, with Sri Lankan species such as leopards, sloth bears and endemic birds among its collection, plus a large aquarium section.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Kids
- Nature
- Outdoors
Nature · Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
Beddagana Wetland Park
Visit at opening time for birds; bring water and insect repellent.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Off the beaten path
- Kids
Religious site · Slave Island
Gangaramaya Temple
One of Colombo's most important Buddhist temples mixes Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian and Chinese styles, with a bodhi tree, a vihara full of Buddha statues and an eclectic museum of gifts, from vintage cars to clocks.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- History
- Architecture
- Rainy day
Religious site · Slave Island
Seema Malaka
Visit at sunset, then walk along the Beira Lake promenade.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- Architecture
- Couples
- Photo spot
- After dark
The sea averages 28°C (82°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Colombo.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 23°C and 5 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Colombo?
One of the best months to visit Colombo, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are March and December–January. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Colombo?
It is one of the best months to visit Colombo. One of the driest months, with calm seas and clear sunsets over Galle Face.
+How warm is Colombo in February?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 23°C (73°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Colombo in February?
Expect rain on about 5 days of the month.