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Mihintale, Sri Lanka
North Central Province · Sri Lanka
Mihintale is a small town in North Central Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 5,000. Elevation: 371 ft (113 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 5,000 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 371 ft (113 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.3593°, 80.5103° |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
| Country | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka |
| State / Province | North Central Province |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.7 inches (1,440 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mihintale
Mihintale is a small town in Sri Lanka (North Central Province) with a population of 5,000. The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet (113 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Sri Lanka avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 233 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 371 ft (113 m) |
| Area | 315.1 sq mi (816.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.3593°N, 80.5103°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 | - | - | 83 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 5.8 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 1.3 in | |
| August | 83°F (29°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 10.5 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 10.9 in | Wettest |
Mihintale has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 77°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 56.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (10.9") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Mihintale
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rambawa Central Collage | - | - | - | - |
| NCP/A/A/RB/Kande Rathmale Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Mihintale Maha Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Mihintale
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lankasri fm | tamil music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Mihintale
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaelogical Museum | ||||
| Archaeological museum | ||||
| Archaeological Museum Mihintale | ||||
| Folk Museum | ||||
| Isurumuniya Museum | ||||
| Muzeum Jetavana | ||||
| Thuruwila purana Raja maha Viharaya |
Libraries in Mihintale
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahavihara Oriental Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mahavihara Oriental Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mihintale
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jana Alewi sela | |||||
| Weekend produce market |
Hotels in Mihintale
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mihintale
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mihintale
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Mihintale
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mihintale
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mihintale
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mihintale
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mihintale
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mihintale
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Anuradhapura Airport | ACJ | Medium Airport |
| China Bay Airport | TRR | Medium Airport |
| Hingurakgoda Air Force Base | HIM | Medium Airport |
| Palaviya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sigiriya Air Force Base | GIU | Small Airport |
| Thalladi Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Vavuniya Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mihintale
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 6 KurundankaulamaSchool ViaKalaththewa MataleJunction Road | |
| 7 Mahakanadarawa left bank Elakanda Road | |
| 70 Katukeliyawa IhalaHalmillewa Sivalakulama Road | |
| 8 Kannattiya Ashokapura Road | |
| 9, Welankulama Junction- Alappamkulama Road | |
| Swimming pool |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mihintale
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ambasthala Dagaba | |
| Damsaragama Sri Bodhimaluwa Viharaya | |
| Eth Vehera | |
| Giribhanda Stupa | |
| Giribhanda Stupa | |
| Kantaka Chetiya | |
| Kawarakkulama Sri Sudharamaramaya | |
| Mahindodayaramaya | |
| Mihindu Seya | |
| Mihintale Jumma Masjidh | |
| Mihintale Jummah Masjidh | |
| Pagoda | |
| Sela Cetiya | |
| St. Anthony's Church | |
| Stupa |
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What is the population of Mihintale?
Mihintale has a population of 5,000 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 315.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mihintale?
Mihintale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.7 inches.