What July feels like in Colombo
July sits between Colombo's dry and wet seasons. Afternoons are hot, so sightseeing works best in the morning or evening. Evenings ease the heat only slightly, and nights remain very warm. The air is muggy, so it feels hotter than the thermometer suggests.
Rain in Colombo in July
Rain is part of normal life this month, falling on most days. Wet days average about 8 mm (0.3 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is close to Colombo's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 10 mm).
Daylight and sunshine in July
On 15 July the sun rises at about 6:02 am and sets around 6:31 pm local time, giving 12 h 29 min of daylight. Day length barely changes from mid-June (2 min shorter). Close to the equator, sunrise and sunset times move very little through the year. About 79% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, there are plenty of bright spells.
How July compares to the rest of the year
In Colombo's temperature order, July sits as the 3rd coolest month. It is about as warm as June, with 64 mm less rain. Temperatures barely move from one month to the next here. August averages a high of 28.4°C (83.1°F).
Who July suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Colombo in July
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Sun Protection
Protect yourself from strong sun: hat, SPF and plenty of water.
Quick questions
How warm is Colombo in July?
Expect around 28.6°C (83.5°F) in the afternoon and 25.1°C (77.2°F) at night, which most visitors would call hot.
Does it rain a lot in Colombo in July?
Quite a lot — 232 mm spread over about 29 days.
What should I wear in Colombo in July?
Based on the averages: rain protection and sun protection. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is July or August better for visiting Colombo?
On our 12-month climate ranking, July comes out ahead (#9 of 12 vs #10).