Kalutara, Sri Lanka: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Kalutara, Sri Lanka? If you're planning to go to Kalutara, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Kalutara, Sri Lanka

Based on the climate and weather in Kalutara, the best time to go is February. See below for details.

Important essentials for Kalutara, Sri Lanka

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Kalutara, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance

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  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly choice.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards can become worn. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Kalutara, Sri Lanka by month

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January

January in Kalutara can be sweltering. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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February

February in Kalutara is extremely hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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March

March here is consistently hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.

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April

Traveling to Kalutara in April, you will notice that it is extremely hot and somewhat stormy. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (low 30s C).

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May

In May, Kalutara is extremely hot. Temperatures routinely are in the high 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Kalutara, with several of the days of the month having rain. In May, humidity reaches as high as 80%.

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June

In June, Kalutara can be very hot. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Kalutara, with several of the days of the month having rain. In June, humidity reaches as high as 80%.

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July

July in Kalutara is really hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) to 80s F (low 30s C), although night temperatures can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C).

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August

August in Kalutara can be very hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C), although night temperatures can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C).

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September

In September, Kalutara is consistently hot. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Kalutara, with several of the days of the month having rain. In September, humidity reaches as high as 80%.

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October

If you are traveling to Kalutara in October, you will notice that it can be very hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).

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November

In November, Kalutara can be sweltering. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Kalutara, with several of the days of the month having rain. In November, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

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December

In December, Kalutara can be very hot. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Kalutara, with several of the days of the month having rain. In December, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

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Activities for Kalutara, Sri Lanka

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Kalutara.

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