Question 1

Is Batticaloa safe to visit?

Accepted Answer

Travelia rates Batticaloa, Sri Lanka “some risk”, following US State Department and UK FCDO travel advisories.

Question 2

What is the sea temperature in Batticaloa in July?

Accepted Answer

The sea off Batticaloa averages about 29°C in July.

Question 3

When is the best time to visit Batticaloa?

Accepted Answer

Batticaloa is warmest in May and driest in Jun; mild (18–28°C) months are Jan, Feb, Mar, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	26	27	28	29	30	30	30	29	29	28	27	26
Sea °C	27	28	29	30	30	30	29	29	29	29	29	28
Rain (days)	255	157	71	61	42	20	46	51	65	173	255	255

Batticaloa, Sri Lanka

Climate by month