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Devinuwara, Sri Lanka
Southern Province · Sri Lanka
Devinuwara is a mid-size city in Southern Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 45,000. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Devinuwara
Dondra is a settlement on the extreme southernmost tip of Sri Lanka, in the Indian Ocean near Matara, Southern Province, Sri Lanka. The Dondra Head Lighthouse, ruins of several Hindu shrines of Tenavaram and a Vihara are located in the vicinity.
People
Climate
| Population | 45,000 |
| Population Density | 142 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.9283°, 80.5888° |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
| Country | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka |
| State / Province | Southern Province |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 81.2 inches (2,063 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Devinuwara
Devinuwara is a mid-size city in Sri Lanka (Southern Province) with a population of 45,000. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 81.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
Climate in Devinuwara
Devinuwara has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.3°C), the coldest is Jan (26.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 2392 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.2°F |
| 49% above Sri Lanka avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 189 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 316.8 sq mi (820.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 142/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.9283°N, 80.5888°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 9.6 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.3 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 6.0 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 7.0 in |
Devinuwara has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 81.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (10.6") and February the driest (3.2").
Schools in Devinuwara
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gemunu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Talalla Technical College | — | — | — | — |
| Vijayaba School | — | — | — | — |
| Thalpawila Central College Ground | — | — | — | — |
| Gandara Maha Viduhala | — | — | — | — |
| Gandara Kanitu Viduhala | — | — | — | — |
| MR/Yatiyana MV | — | — | — | — |
| Blooming Flowers English School | — | — | — | — |
| Kuruduwattha | — | — | — | — |
| Matara Technical College | — | — | — | — |
| Thalpawila Central College | — | — | — | — |
| Thalpawila Mihindu Model Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mahinda Rajapaksha vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Motagedara MV | — | — | — | — |
| Talalla Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Godauda Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Yatiyana Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kumbalgama | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Devinuwara
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
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Museums in Devinuwara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Handunugoda Tea Estate |
Libraries in Devinuwara
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C Alahapperuma Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gandara Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hakmana Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kumarathunga library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walasmulla | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Devinuwara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denipitiya Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Gandara Marketplace | |||||
| Hakmana | |||||
| Mathara Public Market | |||||
| Midigama Public Market | |||||
| Public Fair | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Traditional Market | |||||
| Weeraketiya Market | |||||
| Weligama Market |
Hotels in Devinuwara
23 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Devinuwara
14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Devinuwara
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Devinuwara
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Devinuwara
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Devinuwara
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Devinuwara
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Devinuwara
12 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Devinuwara
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Devinuwara
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Devinuwara
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport | HRI | Large Airport |
| Koggala Airport | KCT | Medium Airport |
| Katukurunda Air Force Base | KTY | Small Airport |
| Weerawila Airport | WRZ | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Devinuwara
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Gandara Post Office | |
| Thalpawila Sub Post Office | |
| Weherahena Sub Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Devinuwara
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Buddha Statue | |
| Chaithya | |
| Devinuwara Sri Vishnu Maha Devalaya | |
| Ellakanda Aranya Senasanaya | |
| Galgane Viharaya | |
| Lankaramaya Kekanadura | |
| Maliyaddha Purana Viharaya | |
| Pantharamaya | |
| Sri Sumanarama Viharaya | |
| Sudharmarama Purana Viharaya | |
| Thumbodhi Viharaya | |
| Udamuna Purana Viharaya | |
| Vidyarathne Pirivena | |
| Wandurudeniya Purana Rajamaha Viharaya | |
| Weherahena Viharaya |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Devinuwara?
Devinuwara has a population of 45,000 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 142 people per square mile, spread across 316.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Devinuwara?
Devinuwara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 189 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.2 inches.