What are the best places to visit in Sri Lanka in February?

In February, the best places to visit in Sri Lanka align with the dry, sunny weather zones. For beaches, focus on the west and south coasts: Negombo, Bentota, Hikkaduwa, Unawatuna, Mirissa, Weligama, and Tangalle all have good conditions for swimming and relaxing. For culture and history, the Cultural Triangle—Sigiriya, Dambulla, and Polonnaruwa—is hot but mostly dry, ideal for exploring ruins and temples. In the hill country, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Haputale, and Ella offer cooler temperatures, scenic train rides, tea plantations, and hikes like Little Adam’s Peak. Many travelers combine these into a loop: coast → Cultural Triangle → Kandy and Ella → south coast.