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Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka
Southern Province · Sri Lanka
Hikkaduwa is a small town in Southern Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 1,300. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Hikkaduwa
Hikkaduwa, in south-west of Sri Lanka, is a large costal area covering eleven different villages over 6.5 km (4.0 mi) on the Indian Ocean, and 3 km (1.9 mi) inland, in the Galle District.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,300 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.1407°, 80.1012° |
| 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 | 117.0 inches (2,971 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Hikkaduwa
Hikkaduwa is a small town in Sri Lanka (Southern Province) with a population of 1,300. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 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 117.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
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 | 136 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 1,463.0 sq mi (3,789.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.1407°N, 80.1012°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 4.6 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 6.2 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 11.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 15.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 9.9 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 10.2 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 15.6 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 13.5 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 8.5 in |
Hikkaduwa has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 117.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (15.7") and February the driest (4.6").
Schools in Hikkaduwa
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SriSuman Kanitu Viduhala | — | — | — | — |
| Yashodara Sangamiththa Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Patuwatha Lanka Sabha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| SriSuman Kanitu Viduhala | — | — | — | — |
| SriSuman Kanitu Viduhala | — | — | — | — |
| SriSuman Kanitu Viduhala | — | — | — | — |
| SriSuman Kanitu Viduhala | — | — | — | — |
| SriSuman Kanitu Viduhala | — | — | — | — |
| Kalupe Vishakha Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Seenigama Sri Wimalabuddhi Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Galahenkanda Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Chirst Church Boy's College | — | — | — | — |
| SriSuman Kanitu Viduhala | — | — | — | — |
| SriSuman Kanitu Viduhala | — | — | — | — |
| SriSuman Kanitu Viduhala | — | — | — | — |
| SriSuman Kanitu Viduhala | — | — | — | — |
| Bodhiraja Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Rumeshi Dinsara | — | — | — | — |
| Nalagasdeniya Jayanthi Model School | — | — | — | — |
| Sri Sumangala Central College | — | — | — | — |
| Lanka Sabha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Christ Church Girl's College | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Hikkaduwa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Hikkaduwa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ariyapala Masks Museum | ||||
| Community Tsunami Education Center and Tsunami Museum | ||||
| Dutch Warehouse (National Maritime Museum) | ||||
| General Tsunami Photo Museum | ||||
| Historical Mansion Museum | ||||
| Historical Mansion Museum | ||||
| Martin Wickramasinghe Folk Museum Complex | ||||
| National Museum Fort | ||||
| Puppet Museum | ||||
| TSUNAMI PHOTO GALLERY | ||||
| Tsunami Photo Museum Telwatta | ||||
| Tukkawadu Mask Museum |
Libraries in Hikkaduwa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahungalla | 0.0 | |||||
| Balapitiya | 0.0 | |||||
| Dodanduwa Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Galle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Godagama Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library Ambalangoda | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library Poramba | 0.0 | |||||
| Richard Pathirana Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Hikkaduwa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baddegama General Market Place | |||||
| Dodanduwa Fish Market | |||||
| Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct Galle | |||||
| Elpitiya Shopping Complex | |||||
| Firday Fair | |||||
| Fresh Fish market | |||||
| Kalegana Fair | |||||
| Kalegana Fair | |||||
| Magister Square | |||||
| Market Place | |||||
| Piyadigama Fair | |||||
| Rajgama Market | |||||
| Shopping Complex | |||||
| Sunday Fair | |||||
| Wednesday Fair | |||||
| Weekly Fair - Kalegana |
Hotels in Hikkaduwa
170 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Hikkaduwa
114 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Hikkaduwa
23 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Hikkaduwa
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Hikkaduwa
2 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Hikkaduwa
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Hikkaduwa
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Hikkaduwa
8 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Hikkaduwa
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Hikkaduwa
12 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Hikkaduwa
21 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Hikkaduwa
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Hikkaduwa
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Hikkaduwa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Hikkaduwa
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 Hikkaduwa
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Dodanduwa Post Office | |
| Nayapamula | |
| Patuwatha Post Office | |
| Post Office | |
| Post Office | |
| Sub Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hikkaduwa
42 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aluthwala Purana Nandarama Viharaya | |
| Buddhist Temple | |
| Cinnamon Garden | |
| Dutugemunu Raja Maha Viharaya | |
| Galathota Temple | |
| Gothatuwa Temple | |
| Holy Trinity Church | |
| Jananandharamaya | |
| Kalupe Purana Maha Viharaya | |
| Karuwalabedda Temple | |
| Kiribathawila Temple | |
| Kirimatiya Temple | |
| Kumarakanda Maha Viharaya | |
| Kumarakanda Temple | |
| Maha Mandalarama Viharaya | |
| Morakola Gangarama Temple | |
| Naga Viharaya | |
| Neegrodharama Viharaya | |
| New city Budu Madhura | |
| Nigrodharama viharaya |
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What is the population of Hikkaduwa?
Hikkaduwa has a population of 1,300 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,463.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hikkaduwa?
Hikkaduwa 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 136 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 117.0 inches.