Sri Lanka

Linganagar

Linganagar sits along Sri Lanka’s eastern coast in the Bay of Bengal region. It’s not a primary dive hub, but the nearby coast offers general access to Indian Ocean diving through local centers along the coast. With 19 known dive sites within a short radius, options exist for reef and wall dives, shore entries, and boat trips from coastal towns. Water conditions are typical tropical saltwater with warm temps; visibility and currents vary by site and season. For a local traveler, Linganagar can serve as a gateway point to broader diving within Sri Lanka’s eastern province, rather than a stand-alone dive destination.

Essential information for traveling in Sri Lanka

About Sri Lanka

Sea
Bay of Bengal, Laccadive Sea and Indian Ocean
Timezone
Asia/Colombo
Languages
SI TA
Demonym
Sri Lankan
Phone prefix
+94

Practicalities

Currency
LKR
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type D, Type G
Airports
CMB HRI GOI TRR JAF

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Linganagar

Nearby Dive Sites (19)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Linganagar

The best time to dive in Linganagar

The best months to dive in Linganagar are from March to April. Temperatures are confortable (27-28°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
26 °C 27 °C 4/10
02 - Feb.
27 °C 28 °C 6/10
03 - Mar.
27 °C 29 °C 7/10
04 - Apr.
28 °C 30 °C 5/10
05 - May
29 °C 30 °C 6/10
06 - Jun.
30 °C 29 °C 6/10
07 - Jul.
30 °C 29 °C 5/10
08 - Aug.
29 °C 29 °C 5/10
09 - Sept.
29 °C 29 °C 5/10
10 - Oct.
27 °C 29 °C 4/10
11 - Nov.
26 °C 29 °C 4/10
12 - Dec.
26 °C 28 °C 4/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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