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Ambalantota, Sri Lanka
Southern Province · Sri Lanka
Ambalantota is a mid-size city in Southern Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 80,506. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Ambalantota
Ambalantota is a coastal town in southern Sri Lanka. It is located in Southern Province in Hambantota District between Matara and Hambantota.
People
Climate
| Population | 80,506 |
| Population Density | 254 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.1196°, 81.0214° |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
| Country | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka |
| State / Province | Southern Province |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.2 inches (1,021 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ambalantota
Ambalantota is a mid-size city in Sri Lanka (Southern Province) with a population of 80,506. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
Climate in Ambalantota
Ambalantota has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.6°C), the coldest is Dec (27°C). Average annual precipitation is 1064 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Sri Lanka avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 316.7 sq mi (820.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 254/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.1196°N, 81.0214°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 8.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 5.1 in |
Ambalantota has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 40.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.3") and July the driest (1.3").
Colleges & Universities in Ambalantota
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embilipitiya Public Ground | College | — | — |
| KDU Southern Campus | University | — | Visit → |
| SL Army Vocational Training College | College | — | — |
Schools in Ambalantota
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theraputta Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ambalantota
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Ambalantota
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolana Public Libary | 0.0 | |||||
| Hungama Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Publi Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ambalantota
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economic Trade Center | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Hungama Market | |||||
| Public Fair | |||||
| Public Market |
Hotels in Ambalantota
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ambalantota
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ambalantota
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ambalantota
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ambalantota
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ambalantota
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ambalantota
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport | HRI | Large Airport |
| Koggala Airport | KCT | Medium Airport |
| Weerawila Airport | WRZ | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ambalantota
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ambalantota Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ambalantota
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Girihadu Raja Maha Viharaya | |
| Gotha Pabbatha Raja Maha Viharaya | |
| Mahindarama Tempale | |
| Rangiri Viharaya | |
| Temple |
Quick Facts
Around Ambalantota
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Ambalantota
4 places within 15 km
- • Madunagala
- • Abarana Ella
- • Godavaya wildlife sanctuary viewpoint
- • Birds Research Center & Resort
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What is the population of Ambalantota?
Ambalantota has a population of 80,506 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 254 people per square mile, spread across 316.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ambalantota?
Ambalantota has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches.