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Colombo Weather in April, Sri Lanka

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  • What is Average Temperature?
    The average high temperature and the average low temperature for that month, on a daily basis, divided by 2 equals the average temperature for that month

    Temperature

    29°C
    84°F
  • What is Average High Low Temperature?
    The sum of high temperatures/low temperatures divided by the number of days in that month, recorded daily

    High Temperature

    32°C
    90°F
  • What is Average High Low Temperature?
    The sum of high temperatures/low temperatures divided by the number of days in that month, recorded daily

    Low Temperature

    25°C
    77°F
  • What is Average Day Temperature?
    The average temperature recorded between sunrise and sunset

    Day Temperature

    29°C
    85°F
  • What is Average Night Temperature?
    The average temperature recorded between sunset and sunrise

    Night Temperature

    28°C
    83°F
  • What is Average Sea Temperature?
    Average daily sea temperatures and divided by the number of days in the month. Sea Temperatures are taken from buoys, ships and even satellites can calculate sea temperature based on energy that is radiated from the sea's surface

    Sea Temperature

    30°C
    86°F
  • What are Average Daily Sunshine Hours?
    Total sunshine hours for the month, divided by the number of days in the month. Sunshine hours are taken with a sunshine recorder, either a Campbell-Stokes recorder or an Eppley Pyreheliometer

    Sunshine Hours

    8 hours
  • What is Average Rainfall?
    The amount of mm in rain for that month divided by the number of days, and the number of days that it rains during that month on average, over a given period of years

    Rainfall Days

    14 days
  • What is Average Rainfall?
    The amount of mm in rain for that month divided by the number of days, and the number of days that it rains during that month on average, over a given period of years

    Rainfall

    253 mm

April, 2024

Sun
Mon
1 Avg 29º 84º
Tue
2 Avg 28º 82º
Wed
3 Avg 29º 84º
Thu
4 Avg 29º 84º
Fri
5 Avg 29º 84º
Sat
6 Avg 29º 84º
7 Avg 29º 84º
8 Avg 28º 82º
9 Avg 29º 84º
10 Avg 28º 82º
11 Avg 28º 82º
12 Avg 28º 82º
13 Avg 27º 81º
14 Avg 28º 82º
15 Avg 28º 82º
16 Avg 29º 84º
17 Avg 29º 84º
18 Avg 29º 84º
19 Avg 28º 82º
20 Avg 28º 82º
21 Avg 28º 82º
22 Avg 29º 84º
23 Avg 29º 84º
24 Avg 29º 84º
25 Avg 28º 82º
26 Avg 28º 82º
27 Avg 28º 82º
28 Avg 29º 84º
29 Avg 29º 84º
30 Avg 28º 82º
Forecast
Avg Historical Daily Average

What's the weather like in Colombo in April

April is the last month of the prime tourism season in Colombo. After this month, monsoon season hits the area, with an increasingly high rainfall that sends the humidity levels soaring.

At this time of the year though, you can still enjoy Colombo's fine weather that make it so popular as a winter sun destination.

Temperature

The temperatures remain high- usually hovering around the 30 degree mark- with up to eight hours of sun experienced every day. Humidity levels are high, but not to the point of making the weather uncomfortable.

A trip to Colombo in April will guarantee you the fine winter sun that makes the area sucha popular holiday destination.

The average daily temperature for this month in Colombo is 29°C (84°F) which can reach highs of 32°C (90°F) or drop to 25°C (77°F).

Sea Temperature

The average temperature of the sea is 30°C (85°F).

Rainfall

The average amount of rainfall seen is 253 mm.

Sunshine Hours

There is an average of 8 hours of sunshine each day in Colombo.

Things to do in Colombo in April

Colombo is a city steeped in history and culture and there is plenty to see and do whilst you are there.

For a spot of culture, the museums, art galleries and theatres are ikely to appeal to you. Or get an insight into the local culture and traditions by visiting one of the many religious places of worship in the area. There are a number of Hindu and Buddhist temples, as well as mosques.

The area boasts many significant historical sites too, with the evidence of the colonial rule apparent throughout the city.

In April, tourists will be delighted to attenbeaxd the Sinhala and Tamil New Year festival. This is one of the largest events in the Sri Lankan calendar as  it signifies the end of the previous year and the beginning of a prosperous year. 

Usually, the festival is held either on the 13th or the 14th of April and most people close up shop to celebrate. 

During these days, the Sinhalese group of Sri Lankans will get together dressed in new clothes to partake in milk rice and traditional sweets. The clothes and sweets are specially made for the festival. 

This is perhaps one of the most social events in the city's calendar. Most of the children will get together to play traditional games, while most of the women will get together to sing and dance to entertain the masses. This is truly a festival you don't want to miss.