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Sigiriya, Sri Lanka
Central Province · Sri Lanka
Sigiriya is a small town in Central Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 1,001. Elevation: 679 ft (207 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Sigiriya
Sigiriya or Sinhagiri is an ancient rock fortress located in the northern Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. It is a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of granite approximately 180 m (590 ft) high.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,001 |
| Population Density | 100,100 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 679 ft (207 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.9495°, 80.7504° |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
| Country | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka |
| State / Province | Central Province |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.5 inches (1,664 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sigiriya
Sigiriya is a small town in Sri Lanka (Central Province) with a population of 1,001. The city sits at an elevation of 679 feet (207 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Sri Lanka avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 218 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 679 ft (207 m) |
| Area | 0.0 sq mi (0.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 100,100/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.9495°N, 80.7504°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1882 | SRI LANKA | Earthquake | — | — | 87 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 7.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 6.3 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 2.0 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 10.8 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 13.0 in | Wettest |
Sigiriya has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 65.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (13.0") and June the driest (0.5").
Schools in Sigiriya
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lenawa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Wewala Wewa Maha Vidyalaya | — | — | — | — |
| habarana national college | — | — | — | — |
| Sigiriya Central College | — | — | — | — |
| Bellankadawala Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sigiriya
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lankasri fm | tamil music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Sigiriya
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Buddhist Museum | ||||
| Dambulla Buddhist Museum | ||||
| Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Burial Site | ||||
| Museum of Wall Paintings | ||||
| National Wildlife Museum | ||||
| Sigiriya Museum |
Libraries in Sigiriya
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hingurakgoda | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sigiriya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dambulla Dedicated Economic Center | |||||
| Galewela Fair | |||||
| Hingurakgoda |
Hotels in Sigiriya
81 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sigiriya
74 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sigiriya
15 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Sigiriya
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Sigiriya
6 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sigiriya
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sigiriya
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sigiriya
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sigiriya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sigiriya
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Anuradhapura Airport | ACJ | Medium Airport |
| China Bay Airport | TRR | Medium Airport |
| Hingurakgoda Air Force Base | HIM | Medium Airport |
| Sigiriya Air Force Base | GIU | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sigiriya
9 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 01 Ihekuluwewa Village Road | |
| 1 Ihekuluwewa Village Road | |
| 10 Yaya 32 Temple - 33Bisokotuwa Junction | |
| 24 Palugaswewa Mahakekirawa Road | |
| 25 Laksirigama Puwakpitiya Kudarambewa Road | |
| 3 Athanakadawela -Pokunugala | |
| 71 Palugaswewa -Udakadawala | |
| 9 Bisokotuwa -Koonthuruwawa | |
| Habarana Post Office |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Sigiriya
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Ancient City of Sigiriya | Cultural | 1982 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sigiriya
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Buddah | |
| Gallinda Purana Devalaya | |
| Inamaluwa Temple | |
| Kubuk Sisila Asapuwa | |
| New Temple | |
| Ramakale Stupa | |
| Shri Vivekaramaya Temple | |
| Sigiriya Temple | |
| Sri Gunanandaramaya | |
| Sri Jayasumanarama Viharaya | |
| Sri Magallena Rajamaha Viharaya | |
| Sri Shaila Bimbaramaya | |
| St. Sebastian Church | |
| Stupa | |
| Stupa | |
| Veherahena Kalyani Yogasramaya |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Sigiriya?
Sigiriya has a population of 1,001 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 100,100 people per square mile, spread across 0.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sigiriya?
Sigiriya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.5 inches.