Searching for live Colombo weather today? Right now the temperature in Colombo is registering at 28°C under clear conditions, with relative humidity around 81% and winds near 21 km/h. Today's forecast spans a low of 27°C and a high of 28°C. These readings shape outdoor comfort, the feels-like temperature, and local air quality throughout the day.
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Friday, July 17•9:12 AMLocal Time
LIVEConfidence: High
28°
Clear Sky
FEELS LIKE32°
HIGH28°
LOW27°
Colombo
Sri Lanka
UV Index
8
Very High
AQI
—
Live data
Visibility
28.3 km
Clear
Humidity
81%
Relative humidity
81%
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Colombo Weather Today
Current conditions, hourly forecast, and 14-day outlook for Colombo, Sri Lanka — temperature, rainfall chance, wind, humidity, AQI, sunrise and sunset.
24-Hour Precision Forecast
Now27°💧 14%
1127°💧 8%
1228°💧 5%
1328°💧 4%
1428°💧 4%
1528°💧 3%
1628°💧 3%
1728°💧 4%
1828°💧 5%
1928°💧 8%
2028°💧 10%
2128°💧 12%
2228°💧 14%
2328°💧 18%
0028°💧 25%
0128°💧 33%
0228°💧 39%
0327°💧 42%
0427°💧 44%
0527°💧 43%
0627°💧 38%
0728°💧 31%
0828°💧 24%
0928°💧 19%
14-Day Forecast
TodayJul 17
🌦️27°28°
SatJul 18
🌦️27°28°
SunJul 19
🌦️25°28°
MonJul 20
🌦️25°28°
TueJul 21
🌦️27°28°
WedJul 22
🌦️26°28°
ThuJul 23
🌦️26°28°
FriJul 24
🌦️26°28°
SatJul 25
🌦️27°28°
SunJul 26
🌦️26°28°
MonJul 27
🌦️26°28°
TueJul 28
🌦️26°28°
WedJul 29
🌦️27°28°
ThuJul 30
🌦️26°27°
Climate Overview
📊 Colombo Weather Overview Today
Today in Colombo, the weather conditions feature clear sky skies with a current temperature of 28°C. It feels like 32°C due to humidity levels at 81%. Winds are blowing from the WSW at 21 km/h, providing a light breeze across the region. There is a notable precipitation probability of 41% today, indicating a high likelihood of rain showers, so carrying an umbrella or rain gear is highly recommended. The daily temperature is forecast to fluctuate, reaching a daytime high of 28°C and dropping to a nighttime low of 27°C.
Climate & Travel Guide
Colombo Weather & Seasonal Climate Analysis — Sri Lanka
🧭 What Shapes Colombo's Weather
Colombo has a tropical rainforest climate — hot and humid year-round with two monsoon rainfall peaks. The most comfortable stretch of the year is generally December to March.
🗓️ Best Time to Visit Colombo
For travellers, the most reliable weather in Colombo usually falls between December to March. Use the 14-day outlook and hourly graph below to fine-tune day trips, and check the air quality panel, since pollution levels in Sri Lanka can shift with the season.
📅 14-Day Temperature & Rain Trends
Our extended 14-day forecast for Colombo tracks how daytime highs near 28°C and overnight lows near 27°C evolve over the coming fortnight. Weather systems moving through will decide cloud build-up and rainfall frequency, so monitor the hour-by-hour graph to pinpoint dry windows for commutes, treks, and outdoor plans in Colombo.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weather FAQ
What is the current weather in Colombo?
Current temperature in Colombo is 28°C with current conditions. Check the hourly forecast for detailed hour-by-hour predictions.
How accurate is the Aethera forecast?
Aethera uses high-resolution numerical weather prediction models updated hourly. Forecasts are typically accurate within 1–2°C for the next 24 hours and within 3–5°C for the 7–14 day range.
What weather data does Aethera provide?
Aethera provides real-time temperature, feels-like temperature, wind speed and direction, humidity, precipitation probability, UV index, air quality index (AQI), 14-day daily forecast, and 48-hour hourly forecasts.
What does the Air Quality Index (AQI) mean?
AQI measures air pollution: 0–50 Good, 51–100 Moderate, 101–150 Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups, 151–200 Unhealthy, 201–300 Very Unhealthy, 301+ Hazardous. Aethera shows real-time AQI with PM2.5, PM10, ozone, and NO2 breakdowns.
Is Aethera free to use?
Yes, Aethera is completely free. Real-time forecasts, air quality data, hourly and 14-day predictions, weather alerts, and smart recommendations — all at no cost.
How do I check the 14-day weather forecast?
Scroll down to the Daily Forecast section on the main page to see a 14-day forecast with high/low temperatures, precipitation probability, UV index, and sunrise/sunset times for each day.
How do I get weather for my exact location?
Click the location icon in the search bar and allow browser location access. Aethera will automatically fetch weather data for your GPS coordinates with high precision.
What is the UV index and when is it dangerous?
UV index measures ultraviolet radiation intensity: 0–2 Low (no protection needed), 3–5 Moderate (sunscreen recommended), 6–7 High (protection required), 8–10 Very High (extra protection), 11+ Extreme (avoid sun exposure between 10am–4pm).
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