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View Packages The best time to visit Bentota is from November to April, offering the best weather conditions for beachgoers and water sports enthusiasts. During this time, the weather is dry and sunny, with calm seas and warm temperatures, ideal for water sports like snorkeling, diving, sailing, windsurfing, water-skiing, and deep-sea fishing on a traditional outrigger canoe. Swimming and excursions are also possible during this season. May to October is the shoulder season with warm temperatures, occasional rain showers and rough seas.
Shoulder Season:
The shoulder seasons of May to October offer favorable conditions for visiting Bentota. The weather remains warm during these months, but occasional rain showers and rough seas are common due to the southwest monsoon. While beach activities may be limited, you can still enjoy cultural experiences, river cruises, and wildlife excursions in the surrounding area.
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Month | High/Low (°C) | Rain |
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January | 30°/ 23° | 9 days |
February | 31°/ 24° | 2 days |
March | 31°/ 24° | 9 days |
April | 31°/ 25° | 22 days |
May | 30°/ 26° | 25 days |
June | 29°/ 25° | 28 days |
July | 29°/ 25° | 15 days |
August | 29°/ 25° | 29 days |
September | 28°/ 24° | 27 days |
October | 29°/ 24° | 28 days |
November | 29°/ 24° | 27 days |
December | 29°/ 23° | 22 days |