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Matara, Sri Lanka
Southern Province · Sri Lanka
Matara is a mid-size city in Southern Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 76,254. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Matara
Matara is a major city in Sri Lanka, on the southern coast of Southern Province. It is the second largest city in Southern Province. It is 160 km (99 mi) from Colombo. It is a major commercial hub, the administrative capital and largest city of Matara District.
People
Climate
| Population | 76,254 |
| Population Density | 30,260 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.9485°, 80.5353° |
| 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 | 81.2 inches (2,063 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Matara
Matara is a mid-size city in Sri Lanka (Southern Province) with a population of 76,254. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 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 81.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
Climate in Matara
Matara has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.3°C), the coldest is Jan (26.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 2392 mm.
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 | 189 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 30,260/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.9485°N, 80.5353°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 9.6 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.3 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 6.0 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 7.0 in |
Matara has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 81.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (10.6") and February the driest (3.2").
Colleges & Universities in Matara
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nilwala Training College | University | - | , |
| Open University of Sri Lanka | University | - | , |
| Technical College | College | - | , |
| Thelijjawila Central Collage | College | - | , |
| University of Ruhuna | University | - | , |
| University of Ruhuna-Faculty of Agriculture | University | - | , |
Schools in Matara
27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Convent | - | - | - | - |
| Asian Grammar School | - | - | - | - |
| Sri Sumedha Vidyalaya Ground | - | - | - | - |
| St. Servatius' College | - | - | - | - |
| MR/Karagoda Uyangoda Navodya School | - | - | - | - |
| Sri Medhananda Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wewahamanduwa Wanigasekara Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Sujatha Vidyalaya, Matara. | - | - | - | - |
| Yosu Language Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Siri Rathanajothi Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Palolpitiya Maha Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Kithalagama (East) School | - | - | - | - |
| Naimbala Maha Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Gunaratana CentralCollege | - | - | - | - |
| St. Thomas' College, Matara. | - | - | - | - |
| Mahanama Collage Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Mahanama Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Shariputhra secondary school | - | - | - | - |
| Matara cental college | - | - | - | - |
| Sujatha Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| ST. Thomas' Girls' High School | - | - | - | - |
| Olket School | - | - | - | - |
| Sujatha Vidyalaya Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Rahula College Primary | - | - | - | - |
| MR/ Sri Sumedha Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Leeds Int. School | - | - | - | - |
| MahaMaya Girls School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Matara
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Matara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Handunugoda Tea Estate | ||||
| Martin Wickramasinghe Folk Museum Complex |
Libraries in Matara
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C Alahapperuma Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gandara Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hakmana Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kumarathunga library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walasmulla | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Matara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denipitiya Market | |||||
| Gandara Marketplace | |||||
| Hakmana | |||||
| Mathara Public Market | |||||
| Midigama Public Market | |||||
| Traditional Market | |||||
| Weeraketiya Market | |||||
| Weligama Market |
Hotels in Matara
23 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Matara
21 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Matara
14 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Matara
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Matara
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Matara
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Matara
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Matara
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Matara
5 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Matara
13 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Matara
16 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Matara
17 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Matara
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Matara
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport | HRI | Large Airport |
| Koggala Airport | KCT | Medium Airport |
| Katukurunda Air Force Base | KTY | Small Airport |
| Weerawila Airport | WRZ | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Matara
9 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Central Post Office Matara | |
| Kamburupitiya Post Office | |
| Malimbada | |
| Mapalana Post Office | |
| Palatuwa Post Office | |
| Post office - Polhena | |
| Post Ofiice | |
| Thihagoda Post office | |
| Walgama Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Matara
36 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ancient Temple | |
| Awasaya | |
| Bo Tree | |
| Bo Tree | |
| Budu Medura | |
| Christ's Faith | |
| Darmashalawa | |
| Dutch Church | |
| Gangarama Purana Wiharaya | |
| Hiththatiya Raja Maha Viharaya | |
| Jayasumanaramaya | |
| Jayasumanaramaya Road | |
| Kemaramaya | |
| Kitulwana Temple | |
| Kotikagoda Rajamaha Viharaya | |
| Mahindagiri Wiharaya | |
| Matara Bodiya | |
| Matara Mosque | |
| Meerah Jumma Masjid | |
| Midellawala Temple |
Quick Facts
Around Matara
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Matara
33 places within 15 km
- • Old Dutch Market
- • Udukawa Doss House (Udukawa Ambalama)
- • Abimanagama Beach
- • Coconut Beach
- • edanda wella beach
- • Fishamans reef
- • Gandara Wella
- + 15 more
- • Wawulpalma
- • Mirissa Lighthouse
- • Galgane Devalaya
- • Coconut Tree Hill
- • Dondra Point
- • nugaduwa
- • Parrot Rock
- • Secluded Beach
- + 2 more
- • Snake farm
🇱🇰 About Sri Lanka
Frequently Asked Questions About Matara
What is the population of Matara?
Matara has a population of 76,254 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 30,260 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Matara?
Matara 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 189 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.2 inches.