January to February: dry, clear skies, and comfortable 20–25°C days. April also works well: the Kandy road race and local New Year add energy, though…
March and April: still mostly dry, cheaper than peak, and the city is less frantic. Hotel prices drop 20–30% after the Perahera r…
Go in January or February for the best balance of dry weather, clear views, and manageable crowds.