North Western Province weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for North Western Province, Sri Lanka. Like most weather services, we show North Western Province at one spot: Puttalam, its largest city. At 12:45 AM local time it was partly cloudy and 25°C (77°F). Light rain for 3 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.5 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out. Best months for weather: Jun–Sep, Jan–Mar.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 78%
- Chance of rain
- 11%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Light rain for 3 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.5 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jun–Sep, Jan–MarOff season Oct–Nov
About Puttalam weather
Is it raining in Puttalam right now?
No. It’s partly cloudy and 25° right now. Light rain for 3 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.5 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out.
What’s the weather like in Puttalam this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 30–31° and lows of 23–24°. Rain is likely on 6 of 7 days (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Sunday.
Has it been raining in Puttalam lately?
In the past 7 days, Puttalam had 5 rainy days and 138.1 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Puttalam?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
North Western Province weather by month
When is the best time to visit North Western Province?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit North Western Province is Jun–Sep, Jan–Mar, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Oct–Nov tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 28°C (83°F) in December to 33°C (91°F) in March.
What is the rainiest month in North Western Province?
November is the wettest month, with about 247 mm (9.7 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 34 mm (1.3 in).
What is the hottest month in North Western Province?
March is the warmest, with average highs of 33°C (91°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F). December is the coolest, with highs of 28°C (83°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F).
Does North Western Province have a rainy season?
Yes. Oct–Dec is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jun–Aug, Jan–Feb is usually dry (under 60 mm).
How warm is the sea in North Western Province?
The sea is warmest in April at about 31°C (88°F) and coolest in January at about 28°C (83°F). It is warm enough for swimming all year.
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Puttalam), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in North Western Province
Weather can differ a lot within North Western Province: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puttalam | Jun–Sep, Jan–Mar | Oct–Dec | 28–33°C | 1,295 mm |
| Kurunegala | Jun–Sep, Jan–Mar | Apr, Oct–Dec | 27–32°C | 1,645 mm |
| Chilaw | Jun–Aug, Jan–Mar | Apr–May, Oct–Dec | 28–32°C | 1,599 mm |