Colombo in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Colombo (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 30.1°C and lows of 22.9°C, with around 371.5mm of rain across the season (45 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Colombo covers December, January, February.
Winter in Colombo month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 29.3°C | 23.0°C | 215.0mm | 21 | 8/10 |
| January | 30.0°C | 22.6°C | 115.3mm | 15 | 9/10 |
| February | 31.0°C | 23.1°C | 41.2mm | 9 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Colombo in winter
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- High SPF sunscreen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Colombo?
Winter in Colombo rates around 9/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 30.1°C with 371.5mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Colombo in winter?
Daytime highs average 30.1°C (86.2°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 22.9°C.
What months are winter in Colombo?
Colombo is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Colombo · Colombo annual climate · Colombo in spring · Colombo in summer · Colombo in autumn
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Winter in Colombo — what to pack
Lightweight travel clothing
Lightweight, breathable clothing and a compact travel umbrella are essential in this climate.
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.