Sigiriya
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Experiences in Sigiriya
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Sigiriya Guide 2026
Sigiriya is a massive rock rising from the plain in Sri Lanka's Central Province, crowned by the ruins of an ancient palace. The Ancient City of Sigiriya, with its Lion Gate and frescoes, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Sigiriya weather by month
Multi-year monthly averages. Each month opens its own season page.
Season calendar- January
High 28°C, low 21°C
20 rainy days · 199 mm rain - February
High 29°C, low 21°C
11 rainy days · 87 mm rain - March
High 31°C, low 22°C
14 rainy days · 73 mm rain - April
High 33°C, low 23°C
21 rainy days · 153 mm rain - May
High 32°C, low 24°C
17 rainy days · 128 mm rain - June
High 32°C, low 25°C
9 rainy days · 26 mm rain - July
High 32°C, low 25°C
11 rainy days · 47 mm rain - August
High 32°C, low 24°C
14 rainy days · 65 mm rain - September
High 32°C, low 24°C
14 rainy days · 60 mm rain - October
High 31°C, low 23°C
24 rainy days · 253 mm rain - November
High 29°C, low 22°C
24 rainy days · 425 mm rain - December
High 28°C, low 22°C
24 rainy days · 243 mm rain
Monthly averages of daily readings, 2021-2025. For planning only; not a forecast for your travel dates.