Colombo weather: Midday report and short-term outlook
Introduction: Why Colombo weather matters
Colombo weather influences commuting, outdoor work, tourism and public health in Sri Lanka’s largest city. Accurate, timely information helps residents and visitors plan travel, protect against heat and sun exposure, and anticipate brief rain or gusty winds. This update summarizes verified current observations for 06 February 2026 and points to reputable forecast resources.
Main body: Current observations and forecast sources
Verified conditions (local time 2026-02-06 13:03)
According to the latest data for Colombo (Western Province), the temperature at 13:00 was 32.3°C with a ‘Partly cloudy’ sky. Humidity is measured at 56%, producing a feels-like temperature of 39.8°C. The heat index is 33.7°C and the dew point is 22.8°C, indicating moderately humid conditions. Cloud cover is about 75% and visibility is 10 km.
Winds are from the WNW at 13.7 kph (8.5 mph) with gusts up to 18.6 kph (11.5 mph). Atmospheric pressure stands at 1013.0 mb. Light precipitation has been recorded at 0.44 mm during the period. The ultraviolet (UV) index is high at 9.9, signaling a substantial risk of sunburn for unprotected skin.
Forecast context and sources
For short- to medium-term outlooks, Metcheck provides model-derived forecasts using ensembles and GFS data, offering forecast confidence measures and mapped parameters such as 2-m temperatures and rainfall. For monthly and seasonal context, World-Weather.info supplies detailed forecasts for Colombo (for example, June 2026 day/night temperatures and precipitation profiles for the Western Province).
Conclusion: Implications and advice
Summary: midday Colombo weather on 06 Feb 2026 is warm and partly cloudy with elevated humidity and a high UV index, producing significantly higher feels-like temperatures. Practical implications include higher heat stress risk for outdoor workers and increased need for sun protection.
Advice: stay hydrated, schedule strenuous outdoor activities for cooler hours, use sunscreen and shaded areas, and monitor forecasts from Metcheck or World-Weather.info for changes. Travelers should expect generally warm conditions with the possibility of isolated light showers and moderate gusts; check real-time updates before heading out.
