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Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka
North Central Province · Sri Lanka
Anuradhapura is a mid-size city in North Central Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 60,943. Elevation: 328 ft (100 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura is a major city located in the north central plain of Sri Lanka. It is the capital city of North Central Province and the capital of Anuradhapura District. The city lies 205 kilometres (127 mi) north of the current capital of Colombo in the North Central Province, on the banks of the historic Malwathu Oya. The city is now a World Heritage Site famous for its well-preserved ruins of the ancient Sinhalese civilisation.
People
Climate
| Population | 60,943 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 328 ft (100 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.3122°, 80.4131° |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
| Country | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka |
| State / Province | North Central Province |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.3 inches (1,329 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura is a mid-size city in Sri Lanka (North Central Province) with a population of 60,943. The city sits at an elevation of 328 feet (100 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
Climate in Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.9°C), the coldest is Jan (24.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1632 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.2°F |
| 50% above Sri Lanka avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 241 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 328 ft (100 m) |
| Area | 2,771.8 sq mi (7,179.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.3122°N, 80.4131°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1882 | SRI LANKA | Earthquake | — | — | 95 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 6.5 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 1.2 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 8.6 in |
Anuradhapura has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 77°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 52.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.8") and June the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Anuradhapura
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATI Anurathapura Campus | University | — | — |
| Bhikshu University | University | — | — |
| Bhikshu University | University | — | — |
| Bhikshu University | University | — | — |
| District Vocational Trainning Center | College | — | — |
| Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University කෘෂී විද්යාපිඨය රජරට විශ්ව විද්යාලය | University | — | — |
| Farm Mechanization Training Centre | College | — | — |
| MAHAILUPPALLAMA SUB CAMPUS | University | — | — |
| Mahailuppallama Sub Campus | University | — | Visit → |
| National Youth Corps Training Center | College | — | — |
| Nenasa Educational Center | College | — | — |
| Rajarata University of Sri Lanka | University | — | — |
| Shasthrii education center | College | — | — |
| Sipsa Higher Education Center | College | — | — |
Schools in Anuradhapura
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D.S. Senanayake Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Mahinda Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Tammennapura | — | — | — | — |
| S.J.C | — | — | — | — |
| Thuruwila School | — | — | — | — |
| Mahabodhi Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| NCP/A/A/NC/Galkadawala Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| NCP/A/A/NC/Katukeliyawa Vidyadeepa Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| NCP/A/A/NC/Pusiyankulama Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Niwaththakachethiya Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| K.B Rathnayake Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Deepani School | — | — | — | — |
| Pothanegama Viyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Divulwewa School | — | — | — | — |
| Anuradhapura Central College | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Anuradhapura
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lankasri fm | tamil music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Anuradhapura
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaelogical Museum | ||||
| Archaeological museum | ||||
| Archaeological Museum Mihintale | ||||
| Folk Museum | ||||
| Isurumuniya Museum | ||||
| Muzeum Jetavana | ||||
| Thuruwila purana Raja maha Viharaya |
Libraries in Anuradhapura
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahavihara Oriental Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mahavihara Oriental Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Anuradhapura
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jana Alewi sela | |||||
| Weekend produce market |
Hotels in Anuradhapura
67 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Anuradhapura
44 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Anuradhapura
10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Anuradhapura
4 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Anuradhapura
11 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Anuradhapura
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Anuradhapura
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Anuradhapura
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Anuradhapura
7 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Anuradhapura
7 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Anuradhapura
12 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Anuradhapura
23 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Anuradhapura
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Anuradhapura
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Anuradhapura
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Anuradhapura Airport | ACJ | Medium Airport |
| Hingurakgoda Air Force Base | HIM | Medium Airport |
| Palaviya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sigiriya Air Force Base | GIU | Small Airport |
| Thalladi Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Vavuniya Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Anuradhapura
12 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 01 Thalawa - Jayagaga149Hagurankethagama | |
| 40 Saliya MawathaThannayakulamaRoad | |
| 41 SucharithagamaYahalegama Temple Road | |
| 43 CEB Depot PahalaKeerikkulama -KeerikkulamaNachchaduwa Road | |
| 45 Abeypura housing Scheme toThammennapura | |
| 46 Nagasena Mawatha | |
| 49 EriyagamaPaindakulama Road | |
| Anuradhapura Post Office | |
| Anuradhapura post office | |
| i Road NCP Office | |
| Pandulagama Sub Post Office | |
| Shantha mama home |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Anuradhapura
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Sacred City of Anuradhapura | Cultural | 1982 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Anuradhapura
51 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abayagiriya Raja Maha Viharaya | |
| Abhayagiriya Dagoba | |
| Ananda Viharaya | |
| Anularamaya | |
| Bauddayana Viharaya | |
| Buddhist Temple | |
| Buddhist Temple | |
| Buddhist Temple | |
| Burma Temple | |
| Burma Temple | |
| dhamma Anuradha vipassana meditation center | |
| Dhammachethiya Mahamevna Monastery | |
| Divulwewa Sri Jayagangaramaya | |
| Isurumuni Viharaya | |
| Isurusiri Viharaya | |
| Jethavana Dagoba | |
| Lankaramaya Dagoba | |
| Maha Viharaya | |
| Mallikarama Bhikuni Aramaya | |
| Meditation Hall |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Anuradhapura
49 places within 15 km
- • Ancient Stone Bridge
- • Assembly Hall
- • Cave shelter
- • Dighapashana cave
- • Image house
- + 13 more
- • Ataseta Cave
- • Aradhana Gala
- • Eth Vehara
- • Gatalagama Kanda
- • Katupotha Kanda
- • Bodhigharaya
- • Bodhigharaya
- • Da Ge
- • Dana Salawa
- • Idikatu Seya
- + 17 more
- • Abhayagiriya Museum
- • Kapara Mulaya
- • Rajagiri Lena Kanda (Rajagiri Cave Mountain)
- • View of Anuradhapura
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What is the population of Anuradhapura?
Anuradhapura has a population of 60,943 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 2,771.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Anuradhapura?
Anuradhapura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.3 inches.