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Kilinochchi, Sri Lanka
Northern Province · Sri Lanka
Kilinochchi is a small city in Northern Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 13,006. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Kilinochchi
Kilinochchi is the main town of Kilinochchi District, Northern Province of Sri Lanka. Kilinochchi is situated at the A9 road some 100 km (62 mi) south-east of Jaffna. It was the administrative center and de facto capital of the LTTE until 2 January 2009, when troops of the Sri Lankan Army recaptured the city.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,006 |
| Population Density | 41 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.3961°, 80.3982° |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
| Country | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka |
| State / Province | Northern Province |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.5 inches (1,359 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kilinochchi
Kilinochchi is a small city in Sri Lanka (Northern Province) with a population of 13,006. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
Climate in Kilinochchi
Kilinochchi has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (29.7°C), the coldest is Jan (26.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1631 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.4°F |
| 53% above Sri Lanka avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 243 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 314.2 sq mi (813.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 41/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.3961°N, 80.3982°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1882 | SRI LANKA | Earthquake | — | — | 130 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 85°F (29°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 86°F (30°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 86°F (30°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 1.0 in | |
| August | 85°F (29°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 84°F (29°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 8.4 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 15.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 12.1 in |
Kilinochchi has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 78°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 53.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.1") and June the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Kilinochchi
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faculty of Agriculture | University | — | — |
| Faculty of Engineering | University | — | — |
| Faculty of Technology | University | — | — |
| Jaffna university | University | — | — |
| Open University of Sri Lanka | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Kilinochchi
50+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annai Sarathathevi Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Oottupulam G.T.M.S | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Selvanagar GTMS | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Muruganatha Primary Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/St Anthony's RCTMS | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Unionkulam GTMS | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Ramanathapuram Maha Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Paranthan GTMS | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Ramakrishan Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Kilinochchi Central College Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Elephantpass GTMS | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Vaddakkachchi South GTMS | — | — | — | — |
| Thiruvalluvar Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Hindu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Murusumoddai GTMS | — | — | — | — |
| Ramanthapuram Maha Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Vaddakachchi Maha Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Sivapathakaiyaham GTMS | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Uruthirapuram Hindu College | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Paranthan Hindu Tamil Maha Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/thiruvaiyaru maha vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kilinochchi Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Kilinochchi Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Uruthirapuram Maha Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Pannakkandy H.T.M.S | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Sivanagar GTMS | — | — | — | — |
| Mu/Thiru Murukandy Hindu Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/St Theresa's Girls College | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Kanishka Maha Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Umaiyalpuram GTMS | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Vaddakachchi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Vivekantha Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Konavil Kanthi Primary Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Konavil Maha Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Puthumurippu Vigneswara Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Kanagapuram Maha Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/St. Fatima RCTMS | — | — | — | — |
| Mu/Amathipuram Tamil Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Killinochchi Central College | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Kannakaipuram GTMS | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Barathi Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Kanagambigaikulam GTMS | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Santhapuram Kalaimahal Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Ramanathapuram East GTMS | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Ramanathapuram West GTMS | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Alagapuri GTMS | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Mayavanoor Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Kandawalai Maha Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Murugananda M.V | — | — | — | — |
| Kn/Periyakulam Iynar Vidyalayam | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kilinochchi
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hiru FM | talk & speech | MP3 128 kbps | |
| sooriyan-fm (IN) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| nesaganam (IN) | — | MP3 96 kbps |
Libraries in Kilinochchi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Killinochchi | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kilinochchi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilinochchi Public Market | |||||
| Public Market Killinochchi |
Hotels in Kilinochchi
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kilinochchi
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kilinochchi
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kilinochchi
4 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kilinochchi
6 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kilinochchi
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kilinochchi
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kilinochchi
18 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kilinochchi
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jaffna International Airport | JAF | Large Airport |
| Iranamadu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sri Lanka Air Force Station Mullaitivu | — | Small Airport |
| Thalladi Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Vavuniya Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kilinochchi
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kilinochchi Post Office | |
| Paranthan Post Office | |
| Sub Post Office - Akkarayankulam | |
| Thiruvaiaru Sub Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kilinochchi
39 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| amman kovil | |
| Anthoniyar Church | |
| Arumugam murugan Temple | |
| Hindu Temple | |
| Hindu Temple | |
| Hindu Temple | |
| Hindu Temple | |
| Kanthasamy Hindu Temple | |
| Kovil | |
| Kovil | |
| Kovil | |
| Kovil | |
| Kovil | |
| Kovil | |
| Kovil | |
| Kovil | |
| Kovil | |
| Kovil | |
| Methodist Church | |
| Mosque |
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What is the population of Kilinochchi?
Kilinochchi has a population of 13,006 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 314.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kilinochchi?
Kilinochchi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.5 inches.