What to wear?

For women, light cotton dresses of the drip-dry wash and wear variety are the most comfortable year-round attire. A wide-brimmed beach hat and sunshades are recommended. Compared to shoes, slippers or sandals will be more comfortable. Medium weight slacks and sweaters will be necessary for the hill country where the temperature can go down as low as 50oF (10oC).

For men on holiday, casual wear is acceptable.

Lightweight material is preferable and not synthetic fibre which encourages perspiration in a hot climate. Both men and women should dress respectably in public to avoid giving offence (or the wrong impression) to conservative-minded Sri Lankans.

Important links

What to wear when visiting a temple.

The climate in Sri Lanka

Last Modified: April 17, 2024