Trincomalee
City in Sri Lanka
Trincomalee is a city on the coast of Sri Lanka, located 235 km from the capital, Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte. With a population of about 99,000 as of 2012, it is known for its historic sites.
What to see
The city is home to Koneswaram Temple and Fort Fredrick. These sites are located in close proximity to one another.
When to go
The driest period in Trincomalee occurs from June to August, when rainfall is lowest and temperatures range between daily highs of 32 °C to 33 °C and lows of 26 °C to 27 °C. March is also relatively dry. Visitors should expect significant rainfall from October through December, with November being the wettest month, seeing 369 mm of rain over about 27 days.
Getting there
The nearest airport is China Bay Airport, located 6 km away. For international connections, Jaffna International Airport is 187 km from the city.
Top sights in Trincomalee
Weather by month
The warmest month is June, with an average high of 33 °C. The wettest is November, with about 369 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 27 | 27 | 29 | 31 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 30 | 28 | 27 |
| Average low, °C | 25 | 25 | 25 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 |
| Rainfall, mm | 149 | 85 | 46 | 68 | 58 | 26 | 49 | 59 | 99 | 193 | 369 | 308 |
| Rainy days | 12 | 10 | 11 | 20 | 19 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 14 | 25 | 27 | 21 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Trincomalee (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.