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Ella Town, Sri Lanka
Uva Province · Sri Lanka
Ella Town is a small town in Uva Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 5,000. Elevation: 3,383 ft (1,031 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ella Town
Ella is a small town in the Badulla District of Uva Province, Sri Lanka governed by Ella Pradeshiya Sabha. It is approximately 200 kilometres (120 mi) east of Colombo and is situated at an elevation of 1,041 metres (3,415 ft) above sea level. The area has a rich bio-diversity, dense with numerous varieties of flora and fauna. Ella is surrounded by hills covered with cloud forests and tea plantations. The town has a cooler climate than surrounding lowlands, due to its elevation. The Ella Gap allows views across the southern plains of Sri Lanka.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,000 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,383 ft (1,031 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.8756°, 81.0463° |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
| Country | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka |
| State / Province | Uva Province |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.8 inches (1,850 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ella Town
Ella Town is a small town in Sri Lanka (Uva Province) with a population of 5,000. The city sits at an elevation of 3,383 feet (1,031 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
Climate in Ella Town
Ella Town has an average annual temperature of 16.2°C (61°F). The hottest month is May (17.4°C), the coldest is Jan (15.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1797 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.3°F |
| 32% above Sri Lanka avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 204 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,383 ft (1,031 m) |
| Area | 316.1 sq mi (818.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.8756°N, 81.0463°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 7.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 9.1 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 9.7 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 12.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 11.1 in |
Ella Town has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 68°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 72.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (12.1") and June the driest (0.8").
Schools in Ella Town
34 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liyangahawela Maha Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Sangabodhi Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Karandagolla Vidalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Dowa Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Katugaha Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Konthahela Maha Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Ambewela Maha Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| B/Kirinda Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Galapitakanda Tamil Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Dickulpatha Gnanasara Maha Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Bibilegama Maha Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Kanawerella Maha Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Wakkumbura Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Heeloya Sri Sumangala Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| School | - | - | - | - |
| Uduwara Maha Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Sri Sugatha Secondery School | - | - | - | - |
| Morethota Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maliththa Central College | - | - | - | - |
| Seewali Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Tamil School | - | - | - | - |
| Adikaram School | - | - | - | - |
| weppasawela madiya maha vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| weppasawela madhiya maha vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Halpe Central College | - | - | - | - |
| Dewathura Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Ceylinco Sussex College - Bandarawella | - | - | - | - |
| uva highlands college | - | - | - | - |
| St Thomas College Bandarawela | - | - | - | - |
| Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management | - | - | - | - |
| St Joseph College | - | - | - | - |
| Bandarawela Central College | - | - | - | - |
| Vishakha Girl's Central College | - | - | - | - |
| Dharamashoka Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ella Town
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Maple Radio | entertainment, music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Ella Town
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | ||||
| Archeological Museum | ||||
| Badulla Museum |
Libraries in Ella Town
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bandarawela Main Libraray | 0.0 | |||||
| Ebulgoda Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Library Complex | 0.0 | |||||
| Nildandahinna public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pradeshiya Sabha Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library - Keppetipola | 0.0 | |||||
| Senarath Paranavithana Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Welimada Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ella Town
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cargills vegetable collecting center | |||||
| karagahulpotha | |||||
| Keppetipola Special Economic Center | |||||
| Market Place |
Hotels in Ella Town
101 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ella Town
79 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ella Town
29 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Ella Town
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Ella Town
2 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ella Town
5 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ella Town
6 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ella Town
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ella Town
10 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ella Town
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ella Town
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport | HRI | Large Airport |
| Ampara Airport | ADP | Medium Airport |
| Weerawila Airport | WRZ | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ella Town
9 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bandarawela Main Post Office | |
| Ella Post Office | |
| Namunukula Post Office | |
| Pattiyagedara Post Office | |
| Sub Post office | |
| Sub Post Office - kahatathalawa | |
| Uva Neluwa Sub Post Office | |
| weppasawela post office | |
| Yalpathwela |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ella Town
47 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| aislepy kovil | |
| aislepy kovil | |
| Aramaya | |
| Buddhist Temple | |
| Buddhist Temple | |
| Buddhist Temple | |
| Buddhist Temple | |
| Buddhist Temple | |
| Buddhist Temple | |
| Dhowa Rajamaha Viharaya | |
| Egodagama temple | |
| Halpe Sri Gangarama Viharaya | |
| Heeloya Temple | |
| Heeloya Temple | |
| Heeloya Temple | |
| Heeloya Temple | |
| Heeloya Temple | |
| Heeloya Temple | |
| Hela Pupula Temple | |
| jummah masjith mosque |
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What is the population of Ella Town?
Ella Town has a population of 5,000 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 316.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ella Town?
Ella Town has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.8 inches.