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Wattegama, Sri Lanka
Uva Province · Sri Lanka
Wattegama is a small city in Uva Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 8,000. Elevation: 344 ft (105 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Wattegama
Wattegama (Sinhala: වත්තේගම, Tamil:வத்தேகம) is a town and Urban Council in Kandy District in the Central Province of Sri Lanka.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,000 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 344 ft (105 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.7989°, 81.4808° |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
| Country | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka |
| State / Province | Uva Province |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.2 inches (1,428 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wattegama
Wattegama is a small city in Sri Lanka (Uva Province) with a population of 8,000. The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet (105 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.5°F |
| 49% above Sri Lanka avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 234 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 344 ft (105 m) |
| Area | 316.2 sq mi (818.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.7989°N, 81.4808°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 7.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 5.1 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 5.9 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 1.1 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 10.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 10.1 in |
Wattegama has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 56.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (10.2") and June the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near Wattegama
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Punnagai Radio | entertainment, local news | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Libraries in Wattegama
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pradeshiya Sabha Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Provincial Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Wattegama
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monaragala Market |
Gas Stations in Wattegama
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Wattegama
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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wattegama
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dimbulagala Aranya Senasanaya |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Wattegama?
Wattegama has a population of 8,000 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 316.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wattegama?
Wattegama 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 82°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.2 inches.