Weligama
Sri Lanka · Indian Ocean
Right now
ClearWind and swell direction
Swell: 1.0m S
Wind: 6 km/h ESE (cross-offshore)
Beach faces: SSW
Very light wind. Expect glassy, clean conditions.
Swell direction is a decent angle for this beach.
Today hour by hour
Updated 08:39Expected crowds
Prediction model v16amDawn patrol territory
7amMidweek quiet
Next 7 days
Forecast via Open-MeteoWhat to pack
- Boardshorts weather. 31°C water.
- Sunny days ahead. Sun cream and a rashie.
- Standard shortboard conditions.
Today's briefing
1.2m swell at 10s. Light winds keeping things clean. Water temperature 31°C.
AI-generated summary for Weligama. Always check local reports before heading out.
Forecast accuracy at Weligama
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Best time to go
No great windows in the next 2 days
Best available option is Today around 6am (score: 37). Conditions are below the Good threshold but may still be surfable.
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Approximate modelSwell forecast
7-day forecastDaily score breakdown
This week is looking well above average for late April.
Comparing the 7-day forecast to the last 5 years of marine data for the same week at Weligama.
What's driving it
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Last 3 days of logged conditions.
About Weligama
Weligama is a highly sheltered, expansive beach break situated on the southern tip of Sri Lanka. The coastal bathymetry is defined by a wide, gently sloping expanse of fine sand, situated within a deeply recessed bay. This geographical alignment effectively filters raw, southerly Indian Ocean groundswells, significantly reducing their kinetic energy before they reach the primary surfing zone. A northerly offshore wind, typical during the dry season, is required to groom the wave face and maintain its shape. The wave mechanics typically produce soft, spilling lefts and rights that break slowly, offering highly forgiving, workable rides. This gradual energy dissipation makes it an excellent environment for fundamental board control, pop-up practice, and longboarding. Due to the moderate wave velocity, warm water, and lack of severe hydraulic force, Weligama serves as a premier training ground. It is universally classified as an ideal, low-risk venue for beginners and intermediate surfers seeking long rides.
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Create Profile →Frequently asked questions
How often is this page updated?
Current conditions refresh every 6 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.
What is the luck factor?
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 late April.
How is 'best session' picked?
We score each day of the 7-day forecast using the same algorithm as the leaderboard, and highlight the highest scorer.
Where does the data come from?
Open-Meteo's Marine API (swell height, period, water temperature) and Weather API (wind and conditions).
Does the score capture local knowledge?
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.
When is the best time to surf Weligama?
Check our timing score heatmap above for a week-by-week breakdown combining surf conditions with crowd pressure.