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Monaragala, Sri Lanka
Uva Province · Sri Lanka
Monaragala is a small city in Uva Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 10,236. Elevation: 495 ft (151 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Monaragala
Monaragala is a town located in Monaragala District, Uva Province, Sri Lanka. It is the largest town and the capital of Monaragala District and is located 57.3Â km (35.6Â mi) southeast of Badulla, the capital city of Uva Province. Monaragala is situated about 151Â m (495Â ft) above sea level on the Colombo-Batticaloa main road.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,236 |
| Population Density | 32 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 495 ft (151 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.8714°, 81.3487° |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
| Country | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka |
| State / Province | Uva Province |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.4 inches (1,636 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Monaragala
Monaragala is a small city in Sri Lanka (Uva Province) with a population of 10,236. The city sits at an elevation of 495 feet (151 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
Climate in Monaragala
Monaragala has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C (77°F). The hottest month is Apr (26.4°C), the coldest is Jan (22.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2333 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.4°F |
| 47% above Sri Lanka avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 219 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 495 ft (151 m) |
| Area | 316.2 sq mi (818.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 32/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.8714°N, 81.3487°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 9.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 5.8 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 7.3 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 10.9 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 12.1 in | Wettest |
Monaragala has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 64.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (12.1") and June the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Monaragala
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Anthony 's Technical College | College | - | , |
Schools in Monaragala
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahanama Central College | - | - | - | - |
| Royal College | - | - | - | - |
| Dombagahawela Seondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kotigalhela Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Monaragala
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Punnagai Radio | entertainment, local news | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Monaragala
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeological Museum |
Libraries in Monaragala
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pradeshiya Sabha Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Provincial Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Monaragala
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monaragala Market |
Hotels in Monaragala
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Monaragala
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Monaragala
2 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Monaragala
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Monaragala
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Monaragala
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Monaragala
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Monaragala
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport | HRI | Large Airport |
| Ampara Airport | ADP | Medium Airport |
| Weerawila Airport | WRZ | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Monaragala
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Okkampitiya Post Office | |
| Post Office Monaragala |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Monaragala
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mauragiri Rajamaha Viharaya | |
| Obbegoda Temple | |
| Sri Dakshinarama Purana Viharaya | |
| Sri Sivasubramaniyam Devalaya | |
| St. Anthony 's Church |
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What is the population of Monaragala?
Monaragala has a population of 10,236 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 316.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Monaragala?
Monaragala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.4 inches.