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Create Profile →Current conditions refresh every 3 hours when the cron runs. Hourly data updates every 30 minutes. The 7-day forecast, luck factor, and packing notes are all pre-computed at the same time.
We compare the 7-day forecast to the last 5 years of marine data for the same week at Weligama. The delta tells you whether conditions are shaping up better, worse, or about the same as a typical early July.
We score each day of the 7-day forecast using the same algorithm as the leaderboard, and highlight the highest scorer.
Open-Meteo's Marine API (swell height, period, water temperature) and Weather API (wind and conditions).
Honestly, no. Every break has tide windows, swell directions and reef contours that a global model cannot see. Treat the score as a starting point, then check a local cam.
The best week for surf at Weligama is the week of 30 November (score 3/5) with low crowds.
Small waves but still worth a paddle for keen surfers. Moderate wind adding texture to the faces. Best conditions early morning before the sea breeze arrives.
Heads up: thunderstorms forecast, and jellyfish: peak season.
Indicators derived from forecast data, not official warnings. Always check local lifeguard or official advice.
The air here is 47% cleaner than the average comparison city right now.
Noticeably cleaner air than a typical city. Good conditions for prolonged outdoor activity.
Not a pollutant. Ozone is naturally higher at altitude and near the coast, and lower in cities where traffic exhaust breaks it down. High readings here typically indicate clean air. Can cause short-term airway irritation during intense exercise but is not linked to the long-term health risks of particulate pollution.
Additive health score: each pollutant contributes points relative to its WHO 2021 guideline and long-term health impact (PM2.5 9, NO₂ 5, O₃ 3, PM10 2, SO₂ 1 at WHO limits). Data via Open-Meteo. City markers show live readings. Red line marks the WHO guideline. Updated 03:00
Moderate water clarity: ~7m visibility
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Weligama is a wide, crescent-shaped bay on Sri Lanka's south coast, producing gentle waves ideal for beginners. The bay faces south-southwest and receives Indian Ocean swell, moderated by the sheltering headlands. Sandy bottom, warm water, and a thriving surf school scene make it one of Asia's most popular learn-to-surf destinations.
Picks up south and south-west swells from the Indian Ocean. The SW monsoon season (April-October) brings the most consistent swell. Works on all tides. The 2-4ft range is ideal. The bay's shelter moderates the swell significantly. The NE monsoon season (November-March) is calmer.
Multiple peaks across the wide bay. The section in front of the main surf schools is busiest. Walking east or west reveals quieter peaks. The inside section produces reliable whitewater for learners.
Very safe. Sandy bottom, gentle waves, warm water. Occasional stingrays in the shallows (shuffle your feet). Boats operate in the bay. Minimal currents due to the sheltered position.
Access from the beachfront road. Numerous guesthouses, surf schools, and cafes line the bay. Full tourist facilities.
Busy with surf schools and beginners year-round. The wave quality limits advanced surfers. 20-30 people in the water spread across the wide bay. A friendly, social atmosphere.
Weligama is the beginner spot on Sri Lanka's south coast. If you can already surf, head to Mirissa, Hiriketiya, or Arugam Bay for more quality. The stilt fishermen are an iconic sight (though now somewhat touristified). The bay is excellent for early-morning sessions before the surf schools arrive.
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Conditions at Weligama tend to be best between 06:00 to 09:00 in July.
Average score during this window: 49/100
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The timing score combines two signals: historical conditions quality (how good the skiing or surfing typically is in a given week, based on 5 years of weather data) and crowd pressure (how many of this destination's feeder markets have school holidays that week).
Crowd pressure is weighted by each feeder country's share of visitors. If 40% of a resort's visitors come from France and France is on holiday, that contributes 0.40 to the crowd pressure score. Crowds can reduce the timing score by up to 35%, ensuring conditions still matter most.
Scores: 5 = great conditions with low crowds (the sweet spot). 4 = great conditions with moderate crowds, or good conditions with low crowds. 3 = average. 2 = below average conditions or very crowded. 1 = poor conditions or peak holiday chaos.
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