Puttalam, Sri Lanka: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Puttalam, Sri Lanka? If you're planning to go to Puttalam, below is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Puttalam
- Important essentials for Puttalam
- Activities for Puttalam
- Puttalam in January: weather and what to pack
- Puttalam in February: weather and what to pack
- Puttalam in March: weather and what to pack
- Puttalam in April: weather and what to pack
- Puttalam in May: weather and what to pack
- Puttalam in June: weather and what to pack
- Puttalam in July: weather and what to pack
- Puttalam in August: weather and what to pack
- Puttalam in September: weather and what to pack
- Puttalam in October: weather and what to pack
- Puttalam in November: weather and what to pack
- Puttalam in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
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 Puttalam, Sri Lanka
Based on the climate and weather in Puttalam, the best time to go is February. See below for details.
Important essentials for Puttalam, Sri Lanka
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Puttalam, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection possible.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can become worn. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly product.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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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).
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good one.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types D and G. This one works in most places, but check with your hotel.
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Airplane or car necessities
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Puttalam. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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For families with young children
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
What to wear/what to pack for Puttalam, Sri Lanka by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January for Puttalam is hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
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Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also filters dangerous contaminants:
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Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
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Bug repellent
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Loose-fit shorts
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Skirts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
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Waterproof sandals
February
If you are traveling to Puttalam in February, you will notice that it is consistently hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
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Insulated water bottle
Our pick also removes contaminants:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Sunglasses
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Skirts
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Waterproof sandals
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Bug repellent
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Loose-fit shorts
March
Traveling to Puttalam in March, you will notice that it can be very hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes contaminants:
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
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Waterproof sandals
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Loose-fit shorts
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
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Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
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Skirts
April
April is consistently hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
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Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also filters contaminants:
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Skirts
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Loose-fit shorts
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
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Sunglasses
May
May in this region is consistently hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from the sun:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Skirts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Sunglasses
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Insulated water bottle
Our pick also removes dangerous contaminants:
June
June in this region can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also removes contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against skin damage:
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
July
Traveling to Puttalam in July, you will notice that it can be very hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
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Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also filters harmful contaminants:
August
If you go to Puttalam in August, you will notice that it is extremely hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and protect you from UV rays:
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes harmful contaminants:
September
If you are traveling to Puttalam in September, you will notice that it is really hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
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Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and guard against skin damage:
-
Skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also removes dangerous contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Bug repellent
October
October is consistently hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
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Skirts
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
November
Traveling to Puttalam in November, you will notice that it is extremely hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also removes dangerous contaminants:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
December
December in Puttalam is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also filters contaminants:
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
Activities for Puttalam, Sri Lanka
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Puttalam.
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