Sri Lanka Itineraries · By month
Sri Lanka in February
Updated 10 October 2026 · by the GoTourRide team
Dry across the west, south, Cultural Triangle and hill country. Hot in the lowlands. The most reliable month for the whole island except the east coast. Good for the classic loop.
Weather in Sri Lanka in February
Dry across the west, south, Cultural Triangle and hill country. Hot in the lowlands.
Sri Lanka has two monsoons, so the best coast changes with the month. Your driver can adjust the plan if the weather turns.
Where to go in February
The most reliable month for the whole island except the east coast. Good for the classic loop.
Events and things to know
Navam Perahera in Colombo (around the February full moon).
Routes for this trip
- Colombo Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya (170 km, 4 to 4.5 hours)
- Kandy to Ella (140 km, 4 to 5 hours)
- Colombo Airport (CMB) to Mirissa (170 km, 2.5 to 3 hours)
- Ella to Yala National Park (100 km, 2.5 to 3 hours)
Keep reading
- Best time to go to Sri Lanka
- Best time to visit Sri Lanka: weather guide
- How to hire a private driver in Sri Lanka
- Trip cost calculator
- Find a private driver
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FAQs
Is February a good time to visit Sri Lanka?
Dry across the west, south, Cultural Triangle and hill country. Hot in the lowlands. The most reliable month for the whole island except the east coast. Good for the classic loop.
Which coast is best in February?
Dry across the west, south, Cultural Triangle and hill country. Hot in the lowlands.