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Wellawaya, Sri Lanka
Uva Province · Sri Lanka
Wellawaya is a small city in Uva Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 10,000. Elevation: 617 ft (188 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Wellawaya
Wellawaya is a town located in Monaragala District, Uva Province of Sri Lanka.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,000 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 617 ft (188 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.7369°, 81.1028° |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
| Country | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka |
| State / Province | Uva Province |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 68.4 inches (1,736 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wellawaya
Wellawaya is a small city in Sri Lanka (Uva Province) with a population of 10,000. The city sits at an elevation of 617 feet (188 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
Climate in Wellawaya
Wellawaya has an average annual temperature of 26.2°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (27.6°C), the coldest is Jan (24.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2337 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.1°F |
| 41% above Sri Lanka avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 212 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 617 ft (188 m) |
| Area | 2,903.9 sq mi (7,521.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.7369°N, 81.1028°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 5.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 6.0 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 8.7 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 2.0 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 9.5 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 12.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 9.4 in |
Wellawaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 74°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 68.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (12.0") and June the driest (1.1").
Schools in Wellawaya
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malwaththawala Central College | - | - | - | - |
| Heewelkandura Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Gampaha Vidyalaya - Mawelagama | - | - | - | - |
| Hingurukaduwa Maha Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Poonagala Tamil Maha Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Poonagala Sinhala Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Wellawaya
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Wellawaya
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | ||||
| Archeological Museum | ||||
| Badulla Museum |
Libraries in Wellawaya
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bandarawela Main Libraray | 0.0 | |||||
| Ebulgoda Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pradeshiya Sabha Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pradeshiya Sabha Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Provincial Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library - Keppetipola | 0.0 | |||||
| Welimada Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Wellawaya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cargills vegetable collecting center | |||||
| karagahulpotha | |||||
| Keppetipola Special Economic Center | |||||
| Market Place | |||||
| Monaragala Market |
Hotels in Wellawaya
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Wellawaya
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Wellawaya
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wellawaya
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wellawaya
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Wellawaya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Wellawaya
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 Wellawaya
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Wellawaya Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wellawaya
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Buduruwagala Rajamaha Viharaya | |
| Bulugala Arannaya Senasanaya | |
| Church of Elshadai | |
| Kotaweheragala Purana Viharaya | |
| Nugayaya Temple | |
| Poonagala Hindu Kovil | |
| Rathmalwehera Temple | |
| Sellaba Ancient Temple | |
| Siyagul Rajamaha Viharaya |
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What is the population of Wellawaya?
Wellawaya has a population of 10,000 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,903.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wellawaya?
Wellawaya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 212 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.4 inches.