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Kataragama, Sri Lanka
Uva Province · Sri Lanka
Kataragama is a small city in Uva Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 20,935. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Kataragama
Kataragama is a pilgrimage town sacred to Buddhist, Hindu and indigenous Vedda people of Sri Lanka. People from South India also go there to worship. The town has the Kataragama temple, a shrine dedicated to Skanda Kumara also known as Kataragama deviyo. Kataragama is located in the Monaragala District of Uva province, Sri Lanka. It is 228 km (142 mi) southeast of Colombo. Although Kataragama was a small village in medieval times, today it is a fast-developing township surrounded by jungle in the southeastern region of Sri Lanka.
People
Climate
| Population | 20,935 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.4134°, 81.3346° |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
| Country | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka |
| State / Province | Uva Province |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.7 inches (1,059 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kataragama
Kataragama is a small city in Sri Lanka (Uva Province) with a population of 20,935. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
Climate in Kataragama
Kataragama has an average annual temperature of 26.2°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (27.6°C), the coldest is Jan (24.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2337 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.0°F |
| 50% above Sri Lanka avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Area | 2,903.9 sq mi (7,521.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.4134°N, 81.3346°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 0.8 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 8.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 6.9 in |
Kataragama has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.5") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Kataragama
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| President's Central College | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Kataragama
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum |
Farmers Markets in Kataragama
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sella Kataragama |
Hotels in Kataragama
104 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kataragama
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kataragama
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Kataragama
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kataragama
5 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kataragama
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kataragama
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kataragama
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport | HRI | Large Airport |
| Weerawila Airport | WRZ | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kataragama
24 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Arunachalam Pillai Ganesha devale | |
| Ashta Phala Ruhu Bodhi | |
| Ashta Phala Ruhu Bodhi | |
| Ganesha kovil | |
| Jayasumanaramaya Temple | |
| Kataragama Kiri Vehera | |
| Kataragama Mahadevale | |
| Khizar Thakkiya | |
| Lord Ganesh Temple | |
| Mahamevna Buddhist Monastery | |
| Mahasen | |
| Mari Amman Kovil | |
| Palani kovil | |
| Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Devalaya | |
| Shrines of attendant deities | |
| Sri Bhairava Kovil | |
| Sri Mayura Golden Temple | |
| Sri Saddhasoma Pirivena | |
| Teyvani Amma Kovil | |
| Thakshina Kailaya Sivan Temple |
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What is the population of Kataragama?
Kataragama has a population of 20,935 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 2,903.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kataragama?
Kataragama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches.