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Bentota, Sri Lanka
Southern Province · Sri Lanka
Bentota is a mid-size city in Southern Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 37,000. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Bentota
Bentota is a coastal town in Sri Lanka, located in the Galle District of the Southern Province. It is approximately 65 kilometres (40 mi) south of Colombo and 56 kilometres (35 mi) north of Galle. Bentota is situated on the southern bank of the Bentota River mouth, at an elevation of 3 metres (9.8 ft) above the sea level.
People
Climate
| Population | 37,000 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.4260°, 79.9958° |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
| Country | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka |
| State / Province | Southern Province |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 120.9 inches (3,070 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bentota
Bentota is a mid-size city in Sri Lanka (Southern Province) with a population of 37,000. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 120.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
Climate in Bentota
Bentota has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (27.9°C), the coldest is Jan (26.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2718 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.5°F |
| 49% above Sri Lanka avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 136 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 1,463.0 sq mi (3,789.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.4260°N, 79.9958°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 12.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 17.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 10.4 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.9 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 10.6 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 17.0 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 14.3 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 8.7 in |
Bentota has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 120.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (17.3") and February the driest (4.3").
Schools in Bentota
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentota | — | — | — | — |
| Sngamitta Girls School | — | — | — | — |
| KSF-College | — | — | — | — |
| Dharga Town National College Of Education | — | — | — | — |
| YMBA | — | — | — | — |
| pradeshiya sabaha Ground | — | — | — | — |
| Nature Volunteers | — | — | — | — |
| Kumara Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| pradeshiya sabaha ground | — | — | — | — |
| Gonagala Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Meegama Kanishta Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| AL HAMBRA M.V SCHOOL GROUND | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Bentota
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| YFM | srilanka radio, y fm | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| YFM-SRiLanka | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Classic Radio | — | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Bentota
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ariyapala Masks Museum | ||||
| Puppet Museum | ||||
| Tukkawadu Mask Museum |
Libraries in Bentota
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahungalla | 0.0 | |||||
| Balapitiya | 0.0 | |||||
| Godagama Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kalutara Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library - NIHS | 0.0 | |||||
| Polegoda Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library Ambalangoda | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library Poramba | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bentota
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluthgama Fishmarket | |||||
| DHARGA TOWN MAIN MARKET | |||||
| Elpitiya Shopping Complex | |||||
| Firday Fair | |||||
| Fishmarket | |||||
| Morontuduwa Fair | |||||
| Public Market(Pola) | |||||
| Wednesday Fair | |||||
| Wettumakada market complex |
Hotels in Bentota
81 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bentota
63 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bentota
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Bentota
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Bentota
2 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Bentota
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Bentota
5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bentota
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bentota
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bentota
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Bentota
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bentota
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bentota
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Colombo Ratmalana International Airport | RML | Large Airport |
| Koggala Airport | KCT | Medium Airport |
| Katukurunda Air Force Base | KTY | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bentota
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Aluthgama Post Office | |
| Aluthgama post office | |
| DHL | |
| Induruwa Post Office | |
| Moragalla |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bentota
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AALIM SAHIB APPA MASJITH | |
| Bentota Buddhist Wellfare Center | |
| Benvehera Raja Maha Viharaya | |
| Bheemathiththa Rajamaha Viharaya | |
| Buddha Statue | |
| Dewagoda Sri Wijayaramaya | |
| Galapatha Raja Maha Viharaya | |
| Grand Mosque - Muhiyaddeen Jummah Masjid | |
| Kande Viharaya Temple | |
| Mosque | |
| Siri Sumanarama Temple | |
| Sri Sudarmakara Pirivena | |
| Temple | |
| Wanawasa Viharaya |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Bentota?
Bentota has a population of 37,000 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 1,463.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bentota?
Bentota 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 81°F in July. The area receives 136 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 120.9 inches.