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Minuwangoda, Sri Lanka
Western Province · Sri Lanka
Minuwangoda is a small city in Western Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 7,772. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Minuwangoda
Minuwangoda is a town in Gampaha district, governed by an Urban Council and Pradheshia Saba, situated near Negombo, Western Province of Sri Lanka. It is located 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) east of Negombo and 35 kilometres (22 mi) north east of Colombo. It is an important junction town, connecting the Negombo to Kandy road with the A1/A6 main road from Colombo to Kurunegala. The main bus route 5 from Colombo to Kurunegala passes through the town. The town is also situated near the Bandaranaike International Airport, on the way to Negombo.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,772 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.1663°, 79.9533° |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
| Country | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka |
| State / Province | Western Province |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 93.7 inches (2,379 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Minuwangoda
Minuwangoda is a small city in Sri Lanka (Western Province) with a population of 7,772. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 93.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
Climate in Minuwangoda
Minuwangoda has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29°C), the coldest is Dec (27°C). Average annual precipitation is 2415 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Sri Lanka avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 172 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 316.0 sq mi (818.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.1663°N, 79.9533°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 10.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 13.7 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 7.7 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 14.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 13.0 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | Coldest |
Minuwangoda has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 80°F in December to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 93.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (14.9") and January the driest (2.4").
Schools in Minuwangoda
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galloluwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Marapola Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Akaragama Gunadasa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Godigomuwa Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Ananda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hunumulla Central College | — | — | — | — |
| Hunumulla Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Nalanda Girl's School Minuwangoda | — | — | — | — |
| Siyabalapitiya Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sri Rahula Maha Vidyaalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Sri Gunananda | — | — | — | — |
| Nilpanagoda Central College | — | — | — | — |
| AL Aman Muslim Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Yatiyana Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Rege Rnathunga School Road | — | — | — | — |
| President College | — | — | — | — |
| Heenatiyana Dhammaloka Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Luthar Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Arabi Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Divulapitiya Gnanawansa Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Sri Gnanodaya Central College | — | — | — | — |
| Nalanda Boy's School Minuwangoda | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Minuwangoda
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAKHANDA RADIO | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sri FM | entertainment, music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| SunFM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Lakhanda | documentaries, entertainment | MP3 128 kbps | |
| YFM | srilanka radio, y fm | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| YFM-SRiLanka | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Laksara | entertainment, music | UNKNOWN | |
| Classic Radio | — | AAC 64 kbps | |
| WoW රේඩියෝ | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Isira TNL | entertainment, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| V FM | entertainment, music | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Minuwangoda
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Authority Maritime Museum | ||||
| Dambadeniya Museum | ||||
| Dutch Colonial Museum | ||||
| Old General Post Office Fort | ||||
| Railway Museum | ||||
| Railway Museum |
Libraries in Minuwangoda
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Children Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kandana | 0.0 | |||||
| Kotahena Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Libraray - University of Kelaniya | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Reading Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Reading Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Public | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library Amunugoda | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library Bemmulla | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library Kelaniya | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library Kiridiwala | 0.0 | |||||
| Sirimavo Bandaranayake Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Welisara Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Minuwangoda
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Fish Market Complex - Paliyagoda | |||||
| Dematagoda Public Market | |||||
| Dematagoda Public Market | |||||
| Dompe Weekly Market | |||||
| Dudley Senanayeke Central Matket | |||||
| Ekala | |||||
| Ja-Ela Fish Market | |||||
| Ja-ela Market | |||||
| Kandana Old Market | |||||
| Kiribathgoda Public Supermarket | |||||
| Kosgama Fair | |||||
| Kotahena Market | |||||
| Makewita marketplace | |||||
| Maradana Market - Mariya Kade | |||||
| Maradana Market - Mariya Kade | |||||
| Maradana Market - Mariya Kade | |||||
| Monday Fair | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Pugoda Fair | |||||
| Ragama Market | |||||
| Street Market | |||||
| Street Market | |||||
| Sunday Market | |||||
| Supreme Orchid Plant Nursery | |||||
| Vegetables and Fruits Market | |||||
| Vegetables and Fruits Market | |||||
| Veyangoda Market | |||||
| Wattala | |||||
| Wattala | |||||
| Yakwila Fair Ground |
Hotels in Minuwangoda
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Minuwangoda
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Minuwangoda
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Minuwangoda
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Minuwangoda
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Minuwangoda
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Minuwangoda
6 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Minuwangoda
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Minuwangoda
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Minuwangoda
15 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Minuwangoda
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Minuwangoda
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Minuwangoda
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Minuwangoda
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport | CMB | Large Airport |
| Colombo Ratmalana International Airport | RML | Large Airport |
| Katukurunda Air Force Base | KTY | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Minuwangoda
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Divulapitiya Post Office | |
| kotugoda post office | |
| Post office Minuwangoda |
Treatment Centers in Minuwangoda
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Body Clinic | ||
| Eye Clinic | ||
| Kandy Medical Centre | ||
| Mantal Counselling Center | ||
| Nidahas Ayurvedhic Clinic | ||
| Norris Clinic;Sri Lanka Medical Council | ||
| Norris Clinic;Sri Lanka Medical Council |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Minuwangoda
38 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abinwaramaya Temple | |
| Aluth Para Mosque | |
| Ambagahawatte Purana Raja Maha Wiharaya | |
| Bikshu Ayathanaya Paththaduwana | |
| Buddhist Temple | |
| Darmarajaramaya Temple | |
| Ganekanda Purana Rajamaha Viharaya Aluthepola | |
| Ganewatte Purana Bodhi Malu Viharaya | |
| Hasthi Wanaramaya | |
| Heenatiyana Temple | |
| Jumma Masjid Mosque | |
| Lumbini Viharaya | |
| methodist church | |
| Methodist Church | |
| Munas Watta Mosque | |
| Nadun Uyana Mosque | |
| Nagawanaram Temple | |
| Raja Maha Vihara Mawatha | |
| Roman Cathalic Church Galloluwa | |
| Sri Jinendraramaya |
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What is the population of Minuwangoda?
Minuwangoda has a population of 7,772 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 316.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Minuwangoda?
Minuwangoda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 172 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 93.7 inches.