When to Visit Sri Lanka: A Season-by-Season Guide
Two monsoons, one island — how to pick the right coast for the month you travel.
Two monsoon seasons
Sri Lanka is affected by two monsoons at different times of year, which means one side of the island is usually enjoying drier weather when the other is wetter.
December to April
Generally the best time for the west and south coasts, the hill country and the Cultural Triangle.
May to September
The east coast — including Trincomalee and Arugam Bay — tends to be at its best during these months.
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