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Colombo in December

Find out everything about the water temperature in Colombo in December. Average, minimum and maximum recorded temperatures as well as daily temperature in December for the last two years. Compare the current month's sea temperature data with other months of the year.
Water temperature in December
Minimum:

81.2 °F

Average:

83.4 °F

Maximum:

85.3 °F

Sea water temperature in Colombo in December

In the city of Colombo, the month of December is a great time for swimming. The minimum recorded temperature during this month was 81.2°F on December 27, 2014, with an average temperature being 83.4°F and a maximum temperature reaching 85.3°F on December 1, 2023.

The watter temperature range during this month provides a satisfying and enjoyable experience in the water. In December, the sea temperature remains relatively stable. The average temperature stays close to 83.4°F throughout the month, with minimal changes.
Date 10 years average 2023 2022
Dec 1 84.0°F 85.3°F 84.1°F
Dec 2 83.9°F 85.0°F 84.0°F
Dec 3 83.8°F 84.8°F 83.8°F
Dec 4 83.7°F 84.5°F 83.4°F
Dec 5 83.8°F 84.5°F 83.4°F
Dec 6 83.7°F 84.6°F 83.1°F
Dec 7 83.6°F 84.0°F 83.2°F
Dec 8 83.6°F 83.8°F 83.1°F
Dec 9 83.6°F 83.8°F 83.0°F
Dec 10 83.6°F 84.0°F 82.9°F
Dec 11 83.5°F 84.0°F 82.8°F
Dec 12 83.5°F 83.9°F 82.7°F
Dec 13 83.6°F 84.1°F 82.8°F
Dec 14 83.6°F 84.4°F 83.0°F
Dec 15 83.6°F 84.3°F 83.1°F
Dec 16 83.7°F 84.3°F 83.3°F
Dec 17 83.7°F 84.5°F 83.3°F
Dec 18 83.7°F 84.5°F 83.2°F
Dec 19 83.4°F 84.2°F 83.1°F
Dec 20 83.2°F 84.0°F 82.9°F
Dec 21 83.2°F 84.1°F 82.4°F
Dec 22 83.1°F 83.7°F 82.1°F
Dec 23 83.3°F 84.2°F 82.1°F
Dec 24 83.2°F 84.0°F 82.3°F
Dec 25 83.2°F 84.1°F 82.3°F
Dec 26 83.2°F 84.3°F 82.4°F
Dec 27 83.0°F 84.2°F 81.8°F
Dec 28 82.9°F 84.3°F 81.9°F
Dec 29 82.9°F 83.9°F 82.1°F
Dec 30 82.9°F 83.6°F 82.4°F
Dec 31 82.7°F 83.6°F 81.6°F

Sea water temperature in Colombo by month

In Colombo, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round. The warmest water in Colombo was recorded on April 10, 2024, reaching a 88.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 27, 2018, dipping to 78.9°F. The average readings by season are 83.0°F in Winter, 85.6°F in Spring, 82.7°F in Summer, and 83.3°F in Autumn. December's average temperature is a slight drop from November's average of 84.0°F. In January, the temperature is expected to decrease further, potentially averaging around 82.5°F.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Panadura 86.1°F 16mi
Galle 85.6°F 66mi
Weligama 85.4°F 77mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Colombo