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Negombo, Sri Lanka
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Negombo is a large city in Western Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 137,223. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Negombo
Negombo, also known as Punchi Romaya and Mîpura, is a major city in Sri Lanka, situated on the west coast and at the mouth of the Negombo Lagoon, in the Western Province, 38 km (24 mi) from Colombo via the Colombo–Katunayake Expressway and the nearest major city from the Bandaranaike International Airport.
People
Climate
| Population | 137,223 |
| Population Density | 434 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.2083°, 79.8358° |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
| Country | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka |
| State / Province | Western Province |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 82.6 inches (2,097 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Negombo
Negombo is a large city in Sri Lanka (Western Province) with a population of 137,223. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 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 82.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
Climate in Negombo
Negombo 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 | 81.2°F |
| 50% above Sri Lanka avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 188 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 316.0 sq mi (818.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 434/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.2083°N, 79.8358°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 9.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 11.7 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 4.4 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 13.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 12.1 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
Negombo has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in December to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 82.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.7") and January the driest (2.0").
Colleges & Universities in Negombo
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mary's College | College | — | — |
| St. Mary's College, Negombo | College | — | — |
| Wayamba University-Faculty of Agriculture | University | — | — |
Schools in Negombo
25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maris Stella College Branch | — | — | — | — |
| Newstead Girls College | — | — | — | — |
| Wijayaratnam Hindu Central College | — | — | — | — |
| St.Peter's College | — | — | — | — |
| Muruthana School | — | — | — | — |
| JGOschool | — | — | — | — |
| Ng/ST. SYLVESSTER'S S.M. School | — | — | — | — |
| Adventist International | — | — | — | — |
| Harishchandra Collage | — | — | — | — |
| Al Hilal College | — | — | — | — |
| Al Falah Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Kochchikade School | — | — | — | — |
| Ave Maria Convent | — | — | — | — |
| Croos Convent | — | — | — | — |
| Ave Maria Convent Branch | — | — | — | — |
| Dankotuwa Girls College | — | — | — | — |
| St. Fransiscan Convent | — | — | — | — |
| St. Franciscan Convent | — | — | — | — |
| Don Bosco Technical Centre | — | — | — | — |
| St. Jude's College Kurana | — | — | — | — |
| Loyola College | — | — | — | — |
| St. Sebastian College | — | — | — | — |
| Wijaratnam Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Harischandra College | — | — | — | — |
| Maris Stella College | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Negombo
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 Negombo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Museum |
Libraries in Negombo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Children Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kandana | 0.0 | |||||
| Libraray - University of Kelaniya | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library Amunugoda | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library Bemmulla | 0.0 | |||||
| Welisara Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Negombo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Fish Market Complex - Paliyagoda | |||||
| Dudley Senanayeke Central Matket | |||||
| Ekala | |||||
| Ja-Ela Fish Market | |||||
| Ja-ela Market | |||||
| Kandana Old Market | |||||
| Kiribathgoda Public Supermarket | |||||
| Makewita marketplace | |||||
| Monday Fair | |||||
| Ragama Market | |||||
| Veyangoda Market | |||||
| Wattala | |||||
| Wattala | |||||
| Yakwila Fair Ground |
Hotels in Negombo
155 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Negombo
77 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Negombo
16 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Negombo
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Negombo
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Negombo
7 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Negombo
5 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Negombo
23 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Negombo
22 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Negombo
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Negombo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Negombo
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 Negombo
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kochchikade | |
| Main Post Office (Negombo) | |
| Namasha foods | |
| Post Office | |
| Post Office | |
| Sub Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Negombo
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Body Clinic | ||
| Mantal Counselling Center |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Negombo
51 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| abesekararamaya | |
| Angurukaramulla Temple | |
| Duwa Church | |
| Fazl Mosque | |
| Holy Cross Church | |
| Holy Rosary Church | |
| Holy Trinity Church | |
| Jayasudharshanaramaya | |
| Kamacchi Amman Temple | |
| Kamachchode Jumma Mosque | |
| Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery - Kochchikade | |
| Mankuliya | |
| Methodist Church - Negombo | |
| Mosque | |
| Negombo Grand Mosque | |
| Nirmala Maria Church | |
| Our Lady of Purification Old Church | |
| Our Lady of Snows | |
| Our Lady of Sorrows Church | |
| Palangathurei Church |
Quick Facts
Around Negombo
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Negombo
4 places within 15 km
- • Negombo Dutch Fort
- • Negombo Beach Park
- • Negombo Beach Park
- • Turtle Farm
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Negombo
What is the population of Negombo?
Negombo has a population of 137,223 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 434 people per square mile, spread across 316.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Negombo?
Negombo 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 188 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 82.6 inches.