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Mirissa city, Sri Lanka
Southern Province · Sri Lanka
Mirissa city is a small town in Southern Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 4,695. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Mirissa city
Mirissa is a small town on the south coast of Sri Lanka, located in the Matara District of the Southern Province. It is approximately 150 kilometres (93 mi) south of Colombo and is situated at an elevation of 4 metres (13 ft) above sea level. Mirissa's beach and nightlife make it a popular tourist destination. It is also a fishing port and one of the island's main whale and dolphin watching locations.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,695 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.9466°, 80.4583° |
| 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 | 93.8 inches (2,383 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mirissa city
Mirissa city is a small town in Sri Lanka (Southern Province) with a population of 4,695. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 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 93.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
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 | 166 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 316.8 sq mi (820.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.9466°N, 80.4583°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 3.6 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 7.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 11.6 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 11.5 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 7.4 in |
Mirissa city has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 93.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.7") and February the driest (3.6").
Schools in Mirissa city
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sulthanagoda Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Surfmakers | — | — | — | — |
| Kamburugamuwa Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Mirissa Central College Complex | — | — | — | — |
| Kamburugamuwa Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kotawila Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Thalaramba Sri Indrasara College | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mirissa city
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Mirissa city
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dutch Warehouse (National Maritime Museum) | ||||
| Handunugoda Tea Estate | ||||
| Historical Mansion Museum | ||||
| Historical Mansion Museum | ||||
| Martin Wickramasinghe Folk Museum Complex | ||||
| National Museum Fort |
Libraries in Mirissa city
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C Alahapperuma Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Galle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gandara Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hakmana Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kumarathunga library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Richard Pathirana Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walasmulla | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mirissa city
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denipitiya Market | |||||
| Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct Galle | |||||
| Fresh Fish market | |||||
| Gandara Marketplace | |||||
| Hakmana | |||||
| Magister Square | |||||
| Mathara Public Market | |||||
| Midigama Public Market | |||||
| Traditional Market | |||||
| Weligama Market |
Hotels in Mirissa city
52 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mirissa city
81 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mirissa city
27 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mirissa city
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Mirissa city
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mirissa city
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mirissa city
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Mirissa city
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mirissa city
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mirissa city
3 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 |
Post Offices in Mirissa city
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kamburugamuwa | |
| Kotawila | |
| labeema |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mirissa city
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Big Buddha | |
| Divigalahena Purana Viharaya | |
| Khettaramaya | |
| Naalakaramaya | |
| Nadeetherarama Temple | |
| Pagoda | |
| Samudragiri Viharaya | |
| Sri Ramagiri Viharaya | |
| Sri Rathanaramaya | |
| Sri Subhadrarama Viharaya | |
| Sri Sudharshanaramaya | |
| Sri Sunandarama Ancient Temple | |
| Sri Sunandarama Piriven Viharaya | |
| Thalaramba Gambara Bodhiya | |
| Thalaramba Sri Mahendrarama Temple |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Mirissa city?
Mirissa city has a population of 4,695 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 316.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mirissa city?
Mirissa city 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 166 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 93.8 inches.