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Yala National Park

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Ranmith Welikala
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Yala National Park

Sri Lanka
Best timeFeb–Jul
Set inSri Lanka
In season~90°F high
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

73–90°F
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Map showing the location of Yala National Park
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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Feb–Mar. Go in Jan, Apr for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightFeb · 50%
WarmestJun · 90°F
WettestNov
Best windowFeb–Jul
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

The highest leopard density in the world, on a coast where the jungle meets the Indian Ocean.

Best time to visit

Aim for Feb–Jul, the 6 months that line up best.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Yala National Park?

The best time to visit Yala National Park is February–July, in Sri Lanka.

Where is Yala National Park?

Yala National Park is in Sri Lanka.

What is Yala National Park known for?

The highest leopard density in the world, on a coast where the jungle meets the Indian Ocean.

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