With a population of 137 223, Negombo is a must-see destination in Western, Sri Lanka. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Negombo deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Negombo in April, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is March, when it can get as cold as 23 °C, with an average temperature of 25 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 370 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Negombo, with an average rainfall of 60 mm.
When flying to Negombo, you’ll arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB), which is located 4 miles from the city centre.
Another option to get to Negombo is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 19 miles from Negombo. You’ll find branches of SR RENT A CAR and Hertz, among others, in Colombo.
From 5-star hotels such as the Amagi Aria to great affordable options like the J Leaf Hotel By Blue Bird, Negombo offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £23 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £74 and up for a 5-star experience.
Hiring a car in Negombo costs £38 per day, on average, or £75 if you want to hire it for 2 days.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.
Expect to pay £1.18 per litre in Negombo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £14.12 and £18.83. The most frequently booked car type in Negombo is Compact (Perodua Axia or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 57% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.