Monthly climate guide
Sigiriya weather in February
Expect hot weather in Sigiriya in February: afternoons reach about 30°C (87°F), while nights drop to around 21°C (70°F). Around 98 mm of rain falls over the month (wet), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C warmer than January and 3°C cooler than March.
What stands out in February
- Humidity near 81% makes 30°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- Skies are at their clearest this time of year.
- Just 90 km apart, but Sigiriya runs about 2°C warmer than Trincomalee this month.
Avg high
30°C
87°F
Avg low
21°C
70°F
Rainfall
98 mm
wet
Humidity
81%
relative
Sky
59%
cloud · often cloudy
Sigiriya weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 83°F | 21°C / 69°F | 99 mm | 85% | 60% |
| February | 30°C / 87°F | 21°C / 70°F | 98 mm | 81% | 59% |
| March | 33°C / 92°F | 22°C / 72°F | 77 mm | 76% | 53% |
| April | 34°C / 92°F | 24°C / 75°F | 148 mm | 76% | 64% |
| May | 32°C / 89°F | 25°C / 76°F | 163 mm | 83% | 76% |
| June | 31°C / 88°F | 25°C / 76°F | 36 mm | 81% | 81% |
| July | 32°C / 89°F | 24°C / 76°F | 32 mm | 78% | 82% |
| August | 32°C / 90°F | 24°C / 76°F | 58 mm | 76% | 82% |
| September | 32°C / 90°F | 24°C / 75°F | 101 mm | 77% | 77% |
| October | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 74°F | 257 mm | 82% | 76% |
| November | 29°C / 84°F | 23°C / 73°F | 285 mm | 88% | 77% |
| December | 28°C / 83°F | 22°C / 71°F | 276 mm | 89% | 74% |
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is February a good time to visit Sigiriya?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Sigiriya →Other Sri Lanka cities in February
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Sigiriya in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Sigiriya?
February is one of the wetter months in Sigiriya, with about 98 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Sigiriya in February?
Average highs are about 30°C (87°F) and average lows about 21°C (70°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Sigiriya in February?
Sigiriya typically gets around 98 mm of rain in February — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Sigiriya (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.