Sri Lanka Weather in December

This month is a great time for surfing. For novices, they can go to Meddawatta or Hikkaduwa to enjoy the scenic view and calm sea with few tourists. Advanced surfers can go to Mirissa to have a wonderful surfing time. Also, you can watch dolphins and blue whales in Mirisa.

For outdoor enthusiasts, this month is suitable for trekking, camping or cycling tours. You can go trekking in Adam’s Peak and Horton Plains National Park. You can have cycling tours in the ancient cities like Kandy and Polonnaruwa or even in the hill country.

Sri Lanka is famous for its black tea, so you should not miss the tea plantations. Most tea factories are located in the Nuwara Eliya, and you can visit the mackwoods factory to taste the tea and buy some tea products for your family.

This small island owns the impressive World Heritage Sites, which includes the Sacred City of Kandy, Sigiriya Lion Rock, etc. You can understand Sri Lanka’s glory civilization and religious culture in these historical ruins.

December is also the best time to spot wildlife. You can go to Yala National Park, Udawalawe National Park and so on. Tourists can watch a variety of rare mammals, various flora and fauna and appreciate the rich landscapes

There are lots of beaches you can go in the south and west areas, like Mirissa beach, Unawatuna beach and beaches along the Uppuveli and Nilaveli villages. Since December is the tourist peak season, it is advisable to book your flights and accommodation in advance.

You can also try the Sri Lanka’s railway, which could take you through mountains. Tourists can appreciate the breathtaking scenery along the trail. The best and most popular route is from Colombo to Nanu Oya.