When is the best time to go on a holiday to Sri Lanka?

The best time to visit Sri Lanka really depends on where you plan to go, since the island goes through two different monsoon phases, and they’re split by region. For the west and south coasts, plus the central highlands, the stretch from December to April tends to be the driest, brightest period of weather.

If your holiday is aimed at the east coast beaches, like Arugam Bay or Trincomalee, then May through September is usually the most fitting window. Due to these seasonal weather cycles, visitors can often experience warm tropical conditions somewhere on the island all year.