Sri Lanka

Habaraduwa

Habaraduwa is a coastal town in Sri Lanka near the southern coast. It sits along the Indian Ocean with access to reef and shore-diving options in the area, and serves as a gateway for divers visiting popular sites along the southern coast. The town itself offers basic amenities and beach access, while most diving activity is centered around nearby resorts and local dive centers that run boat trips to coastal reefs and wrecks within a short distance. Overall, it functions as a practical base for divers exploring the region, with water conditions generally warm year-round and visibility that varies by site and season.

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 Habaraduwa

Nearby Dive Sites (17)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Habaraduwa

The best time to dive in Habaraduwa

The best months to dive in Habaraduwa are from January to March. Temperatures are confortable (25-26°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
25 °C 28 °C 4/10
02 - Feb.
26 °C 29 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
26 °C 29 °C 6/10
04 - Apr.
27 °C 30 °C 4/10
05 - May
28 °C 29 °C 4/10
06 - Jun.
27 °C 28 °C 4/10
07 - Jul.
27 °C 28 °C 4/10
08 - Aug.
27 °C 27 °C 4/10
09 - Sept.
27 °C 28 °C 4/10
10 - Oct.
27 °C 28 °C 4/10
11 - Nov.
26 °C 29 °C 4/10
12 - Dec.
26 °C 28 °C 6/10

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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