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Mannar, Sri Lanka

Northern Province · Sri Lanka

Mannar is a mid-size city in Northern Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 35,817. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

35,817 Population 114/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
40.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Colombo Timezone

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About Mannar

Valaiyakadu is a small town in Sri Lanka. It is located within Northern Province.

People

Population35,817
Density114/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population35,817
Population Density114 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates8.9895°, 79.8784°
TimezoneAsia/Colombo
Country🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
State / ProvinceNorthern Province
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation40.9 inches (1,038 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mannar

Mannar is a mid-size city in Sri Lanka (Northern Province) with a population of 35,817. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.

Climate in Mannar

Mannar has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 961 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 48.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 38.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 44.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 77.0
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 56.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 4.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 16.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 22.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 41.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 178.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 226.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 211.0
Mannar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 262 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average82.5°F
53% above Sri Lanka avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area314.6 sq mi (814.7 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates8.9895°N, 79.8784°W
TimezoneAsia/Colombo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.9"
8% above Sri Lanka avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 10.87"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.24"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1.

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nivar Category 1 290 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 169 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 287 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 135 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 199 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 209 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 266 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 223 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 1.6 in
March 83°F (28°C) 1.7 in
April 85°F (30°C) 3.5 in
May 86°F (30°C) 2.2 in Warmest
June 85°F (29°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 84°F (29°C) 0.6 in
August 84°F (29°C) 0.6 in
September 84°F (29°C) 1.5 in
October 82°F (28°C) 7.1 in
November 80°F (27°C) 10.9 in Wettest
December 79°F (26°C) 8.4 in

Mannar has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 78°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (10.9") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Mannar

21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mn/Erukkalampiddy Muslim Madhya Maha Vidyalayam - - - -
Mn/Sithivinayagar Hindu College - - - -
Mn/Erukkalampiddy East GMMS - - - -
Mn/Olaithoduvai RCTMS - - - -
Mn/Navatkulam RCTMS - - - -
Mn/Santhipuram GTMS - - - -
Mn/Thoddaveli GTMS - - - -
Mn/Gowriambal GTMS - - - -
Mn/Siruthoppu RCTMS - - - -
Mn/Puthukkudrippu GMMS - - - -
Mn/Erukkalampiddy Mahalir Maha Vidyalayam - - - -
Mn/St. Xavier's Boys College - - - -
Mn/Al-Mina MV - - - -
Mn/Punithavalanar RCTMS - - - -
Mn/Eluthoor RCTMS - - - -
Mn/St. Xavier's Girls' College - - - -
Mn/Al-azar Maha Vidyalaya - - - -
Mn/St Lucia's MV - - - -
Mn/Karisal RCTM (Junior) Vidyalayam - - - -
Mn/St Mary's Vidyalayam - - - -
La Salle English Medium School Mannar - - - -
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Hotels in Mannar

8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Agape Hotel
Akash Hotel
Golden Rest Hotel
Mannar Guesthouse
Oasis Wings hotel
Palmirah House
Pearl Rest
Victory's Gardens

Restaurants in Mannar

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Choice Restaurant
Food Center AU
New Colombo
New Sivva Brother's Hotel
Star Hotel

Castles in Mannar

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dorric Fort
Mannar Dutch Fort

Train Stations in Mannar

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pesalai
Railway Station, Mannar
Talaimannar
Thiruketheeswaram

Bus Stations in Mannar

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mannar bus station(Private)
Mannar CTB Bus Stop

Gas Stations in Mannar

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ceypetco
Ceypetco
Manthai West MPCS
N. Shanmugakumaran

Banks in Mannar

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Ceylon
People's Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Mannar

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Airports Near Mannar

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Anuradhapura AirportACJMedium Airport
Iranamadu Airport-Small Airport
Thalladi Airfield-Small Airport
Vavuniya Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mannar

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Eluthoor Ambal temple
Kootte Mosque
New Cathedral Building
St. Sebastian's Cathedral, Mannar
St. Sebastian's Cathedral, Mannar
St.anthony's church
Thiruketheeswaram Temple
Thirukketeeswaram Kovil
Uppukulam Jummah Mosque

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Colombo

🇱🇰 About Sri Lanka

Capital Colombo
Population 21,670,000
Area 65,610 km²
GDP (USD) $83,716,142,582
GDP per capita $3,799
HDI 0.780
Life expectancy 77.5 years
Internet users 51.2%
Urban population 20.2%
Currency LKR (Rupee)
Languages Sinhala, Tamil
Calling code +94
TLD .lk
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mannar

What is the population of Mannar?

Mannar has a population of 35,817 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 114 people per square mile, spread across 314.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mannar?

Mannar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches.

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