Colombo in July usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +84°F and roughly 0 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 29 rainy days with an average precipitation of 200 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+73°F
Min.
+91°F
Max.
200 mm
Total precipitation
84%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
29 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Colombo has OK weather in July.
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Average temperature in Colombo in July
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Colombo for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in July is +84°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +86°F during the day and a minimum of +77°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 20% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +86°F to +84°F.
Is Colombo warm or cold in July?
Colombo is typically warm in July.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +84°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +79°F to +77°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
July is one of the coolest months in Colombo, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Colombo in July
Water in Colombo in July is Warm. It varies from +79°F to +83°F, with an average of +81°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +84°F.
The water temperature in July is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Colombo are reached in April, when the average sea temperature rises to +85°F. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +81°F.
Can you swim in Colombo in July?
You can absolutely swim in Colombo in July, the water is warm (+81°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.
Climate in Colombo in July
Colombo weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
June
July
August
Avg. temperature
+84°F
+84°F
+84°F
Min. temperature
+70°F
+73°F
+73°F
Max. temperature
+91°F
+91°F
+90°F
Rainfall
257 mm
200 mm
177 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+83°F
+81°F
+81°F
Humidity
85%
84%
84%
Air pressure
1008 HPa
1008 HPa
1009 HPa
Sunny days
0
0
0
Cloudy days
0
1
1
Rainy days
27
29
29
Snowy days
0
0
0
July weather is still as ok as in June.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +84°F for average maximum temperature during the day.As July arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 257 mm to 200 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 85% to 84%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 4 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.
August brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Colombo in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Colombo is gradually increasing during July, going from 5 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Colombo based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in July stands at 90%, leading to total precipitation of around 172 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 29 mm, which is moderate rain.July is a pretty wet month with over 28 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how July is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Colombo wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 67% chance of precipitation and 303 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 46% chance of precipitation and 53 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last July in Colombo?
This is the weather in Colombo in July 2025:
1 July
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+86°F
2 July
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+84°F
3 July
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+84°F
4 July
🌧️
+83°F
5 July
🌧️
+82°F
6 July
☁️
+85°F
7 July
🌧️
+84°F
8 July
☁️
+86°F
9 July
☁️
+86°F
10 July
☁️
+85°F
11 July
🌧️
+84°F
12 July
🌧️
+86°F
13 July
🌧️
+85°F
14 July
🌧️
+86°F
15 July
🌧️
+85°F
16 July
🌧️
+86°F
17 July
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+85°F
18 July
☀️
+86°F
19 July
☁️
+86°F
20 July
☀️
+85°F
21 July
☁️
+86°F
22 July
☁️
+86°F
23 July
☁️
+86°F
24 July
🌧️
+84°F
25 July
☁️
+83°F
26 July
🌧️
+84°F
27 July
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+85°F
28 July
☀️
+86°F
29 July
☁️
+86°F
30 July
☁️
+86°F
31 July
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+85°F
In July 2025 Colombo had 3 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 15 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +84°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +82°F. The average humidity was 86%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 78%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Colombo climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Colombo in July has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2000 (+84°F) and the highest in 2020 (+89°F). The driest year was 1980 with only 1662 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2006 with 3008 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Colombo in July:
Is July a good time to visit Colombo?
It’s always a good time to visit Colombo, but the weather is changeable in July, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Colombo in July?
July is warm in Colombo. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Colombo in July?
Yes, you can swim in Colombo in July, the water temperature averaging at +81°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Colombo rainy in July?
Colombo is often rainy in July. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Colombo in July?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Colombo in July, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Colombo, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
