Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near The Rock, Sri Lanka

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about The Rock...

The Rock is a surf spot in Sri Lanka. The water temperature around The Rock is nearly constant year round. The temperature ranges from 25.4°C (77.8°F) in December up to 29°C (84.2°F) in the month of March, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 27°C (81°F) and the best time for water activities is early spring, since The Rock is located in the northern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature at The Rock?

The current water temperature in the month of June at The Rock is ca:

Are there any other surf spots close by?

Yes, there are other surf spots in proximity to The Rock. The closest one is Midigama Right, which is just 1km (0.6miles) away from The Rock. Click here for directions and for more information on Midigama Right and its current water temperature. Another good surfspot near The Rock is Midigama Lef, which is 1.5km (0.9miles) away.

Are there sandy beaches close by?

There are several beautiful beaches close to The Rock. The closest one is Koggala, which is 3.3km (2.1miles) away from The Rock. Another nice beach near The Rock is Weligama, which is ca 4.1km (2.6miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit do I need for The Rock?

The average sea temperature at The Rock is extremely warm, around 27°C (81°F), with no significant variations throughout the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to water temperatures in December and January. Because of this, a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving at The Rock. However, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for very windy conditions and for UV protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation at The Rock can be remarkably intense.

How is the diving and fishing near The Rock?

Fishing and Scuba diving conditions change very little year round. The waters are always tropical, reaching temperatures between 24 and 29°C (75-84°F). The following fish like to swim in waters of this temperature range: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to The Rock: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about The Rock...

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