At a glance
| Metric | Bengaluru | Colombo |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 34°C | 31°C |
| Coldest month low | 16°C | 23°C |
| Annual rainfall | 1123 mm | 2952 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 9.5 h/day | 9.4 h/day |
| Best months | December–January | January–February & June–October |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Bengaluru | Colombo | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.0 · Excellent | 5.3 · Fair | Bengaluru |
| February | 8.9 · Excellent | 5.3 · Fair | Bengaluru |
| March | 6.4 · Fair | 3.9 · Poor | Bengaluru |
| April | 5.0 · Fair | 3.7 · Poor | Bengaluru |
| May | 4.9 · Poor | 4.3 · Poor | Bengaluru |
| June | 5.5 · Fair | 5.0 · Fair | Bengaluru |
| July | 6.3 · Fair | 5.2 · Fair | Bengaluru |
| August | 6.4 · Fair | 5.4 · Fair | Bengaluru |
| September | 6.4 · Fair | 5.3 · Fair | Bengaluru |
| October | 6.7 · Fair | 5.2 · Fair | Bengaluru |
| November | 8.4 · Good | 4.8 · Poor | Bengaluru |
| December | 9.9 · Excellent | 4.6 · Poor | Bengaluru |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Bengaluru or Colombo?
Bengaluru has the better travel weather in 12 of 12 months, versus 0 for Colombo — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Bengaluru?
The best months to visit Bengaluru are December–January, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Colombo?
The best months to visit Colombo are January–February & June–October, based on six years of climate data.
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