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Chilaw, Sri Lanka
North Western Province · Sri Lanka
Chilaw is a small city in North Western Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 24,712. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Chilaw
Chilaw is a city in Puttalam District, North Western Province, Sri Lanka. It is governed by an urban council, whereas the outskirts are governed by a pradeshiya sabha of the same name. The town is located 80 kilometers away from Colombo via Negombo.
People
Climate
| Population | 24,712 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.5758°, 79.7953° |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
| Country | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka |
| State / Province | North Western Province |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.0 inches (1,498 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chilaw
Chilaw is a small city in Sri Lanka (North Western Province) with a population of 24,712. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
Climate in Chilaw
Chilaw has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.8°C), the coldest is Jan (25.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1916 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.6°F |
| 51% above Sri Lanka avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 229 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 2,904.5 sq mi (7,522.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.5758°N, 79.7953°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 7.8 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 7.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 2.3 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 1.8 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 10.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 10.4 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
Chilaw has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in December to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 59.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.8") and January the driest (1.7").
Colleges & Universities in Chilaw
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuliyapitiya Technical College | College | — | — |
| Saint Mary's Girls College | College | — | — |
| Vithanika | College | — | — |
| Wayamba National College of Education | University | — | — |
| Wayamba University of Sri Lanka | University | — | — |
Schools in Chilaw
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madagama Abaya College | — | — | — | — |
| Edmund Peiris Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| peiris primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Chilaw International School | — | — | — | — |
| Ananda National School - Chilaw | — | — | — | — |
| Senanayake Central College | — | — | — | — |
| Madagama Abaya School Play Ground | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Chilaw
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakhanda | documentaries, entertainment | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Laksara | entertainment, music | UNKNOWN | |
| V FM | entertainment, music | MP3 192 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Chilaw
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Sunday Fair | |||||
| Vegetable Market | |||||
| Yakwila Fair Ground |
Hotels in Chilaw
14 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chilaw
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Chilaw
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Chilaw
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Chilaw
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Chilaw
13 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chilaw
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chilaw
12 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chilaw
19 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Chilaw
3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chilaw
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chilaw
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport | CMB | Large Airport |
| Anuradhapura Airport | ACJ | Medium Airport |
| Palaviya Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Chilaw
7 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Post Office | |
| Post Office | |
| Post Office Halawatha | |
| Sub Post Office | |
| Sub Post Office | |
| Sub Post Office | |
| Sub Post Office Nalladarankattuwa |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chilaw
25 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Buddhist Temple | |
| Buddhist Temple | |
| Buddhist Temple | |
| Chapel of Our Lady of Perpetual Help | |
| hindu kowil | |
| Holy Rosary Church | |
| mosque | |
| Munneswaram Kovil | |
| Pastor Anju Costha | |
| Punchi Kataragama | |
| Saint Mary's Church | |
| Sri Devagiri Viharaya | |
| sri vijayakama viharaya | |
| Sri Vijayarama Viharaya | |
| St. Sebastian's Church | |
| St.Anthony's Church | |
| St.Bernadette's Church | |
| St.James Church | |
| St.Joseph's Church | |
| St.Lukes Church |
Quick Facts
🇱🇰 About Sri Lanka
Frequently Asked Questions About Chilaw
What is the population of Chilaw?
Chilaw has a population of 24,712 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 2,904.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chilaw?
Chilaw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.0 inches.