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Pottuvil, Sri Lanka
Eastern Province · Sri Lanka
Pottuvil is a mid-size city in Eastern Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 45,727. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Pottuvil
Pottuvil is a town in the Ampara District of Sri Lanka, located in the Eastern Province on the eastern coast of the Island. It is situated 4 km (2.5 mi) north of the popular tourist destination Arugam Bay.
People
Climate
| Population | 45,727 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.8762°, 81.8267° |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
| Country | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka |
| State / Province | Eastern Province |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.3 inches (1,532 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pottuvil
Pottuvil is a mid-size city in Sri Lanka (Eastern Province) with a population of 45,727. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
Climate in Pottuvil
Pottuvil has an average annual temperature of 27.7°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29°C), the coldest is Jan (26.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2006 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.4°F |
| 51% above Sri Lanka avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 227 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 4,532.3 sq mi (11,738.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.8762°N, 81.8267°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 11.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 7.4 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| July | 83°F (29°C) | 1.3 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 9.9 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 12.2 in | Wettest |
Pottuvil has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 78°F in January to 84°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 60.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (12.2") and June the driest (0.7").
Colleges & Universities in Pottuvil
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al Khaleej Ladies Preliminary Arabic School | University | - | , |
| Arabic college | College | - | , |
| Pottuvil Central College | College | - | , |
Schools in Pottuvil
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Kalam Maha Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Lahugala Maha Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Vihara Maha Devi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Parana Govipola Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Sinhapura Sinhala Maha Vidyalaya Playground | - | - | - | - |
| AK.AL. SHRAQ MAHA VIDYALAYA PASARICHENAI | - | - | - | - |
| Pottuvil Muslim Scool | - | - | - | - |
| Pottuvil Sinhala Maha vidyaiaya | - | - | - | - |
| Hijra Nagar GMM School | - | - | - | - |
| Pottuvil Tamil College | - | - | - | - |
| Al/Hithaya School | - | - | - | - |
| Pottuvil Al-Irfan Girls School | - | - | - | - |
| Tamil School | - | - | - | - |
| Hijra Nagra School | - | - | - | - |
| Al-Aqsha School | - | - | - | - |
| Ak / Al - Munnawara School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Pottuvil
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Punnagai Radio | entertainment, local news | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Libraries in Pottuvil
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hithayapuram Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Komari Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pottuvil Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pottuvil Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ulla Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pottuvil
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pottuvil Public Market |
Hotels in Pottuvil
40 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Pottuvil
55 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Pottuvil
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Pottuvil
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Pottuvil
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Pottuvil
5 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pottuvil
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Pottuvil
9 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Pottuvil
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Pottuvil
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Pottuvil
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pottuvil
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 Pottuvil
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Komari Sub Post Office | |
| Pottuvil Post Office | |
| Sub Post Office - Panama | |
| Sub-Post Office | |
| ULLAI POST OFFICE |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pottuvil
26 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aauisha Masjith | |
| Al Aksha Masjidh | |
| Al Bahriya Mosque | |
| Al Muneera Masjid | |
| Al-Aqsha masjeed | |
| An Noor Mosque | |
| Arugambay Point Buddhist Temple | |
| BAHRIYA MOSQE BUILDING | |
| Buddha Statue | |
| Grand Jummah Mosque Pottuvil | |
| Ishraq School Mosque | |
| Mani Naga Pabbatha Viharaya | |
| Masjithul Fathah | |
| masjithul Muslimeen | |
| Meera Masjid | |
| Methodist Church | |
| Muhudu Maha Viharaya | |
| Murugan Temple | |
| Pasarichenai Bathriya mosqe | |
| Pillaiyar Temple |
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What is the population of Pottuvil?
Pottuvil has a population of 45,727 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 4,532.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pottuvil?
Pottuvil has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 227 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.3 inches.