Sri Lanka weather & when to go: June

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June Overview

The western and southern coastal areas of the island, as well as the Tea Country, remain under the influence of the summer monsoon in full swing, blowing in from the Indian Ocean and Bay of Bengal. The winds hit the hills, creating increased rainfall in the west and along the south coast, although this is not as high as the previous month.

Despite the monsoon, it is not unusual to go a number of days without any rain or just the odd tropical downpour in the afternoons, making beach days still very much a possibility (although the higher sea levels should be considered in some areas). 

(- continued:) June Overview

Temperatures remain high along the coast (avg temp: 28 °C), whilst it can be chilly up in the hills, especially at night.

It’s a different story in the north and along the east coast, with dry and bright weather expected as beach lovers turn their attention to the east coast beaches. Further north in the Cultural Triangle, temperatures remain high and rainfall is at a minimum (avg temp: 32 °C). During the summer months this arid region can experience hot and dry winds sweeping over the flat plains at times.

Where's the sun & sand?!

Arugam Bay, Trincomalee, (non peak: Galle, Bentota, Colombo, Negombo, Weligima, Mirissa, Tangalle)

Which National Park?

Whilst most National Parks can be visited year-round and still promise a high chance of spotting wildlife, the following parks are at their peak during June:
Yala (leopard, elephant, sloth bears), Uda Walawe, Minneriya, Wilpattu, Wasgomuwa, Knuckles