Aberdeen Falls
Waterfall Scenic waterfall in Central Province, popular viewpoint
Aberdeen Falls near Ginigathena in Sri Lanka drops into a rock pool accessible by short trails; visitors come for waterfall views, photography and nearby tea plantations.
How to Get to Aberdeen Falls #
From Colombo or Kandy, drive toward Nuwara Eliya/Ginigathena via the A5 and local roads; the falls lie near Ginigathena and are signposted from the main road. There is a small car park and a short but steep path/flight of steps leading down to the viewing platforms.
Tips for Visiting Aberdeen Falls #
- Arrive before 9:30am to see the falls with the morning light and before tour buses and crowds turn up.
- Combine the visit with a stop at a nearby tea stall - local vendors often sell fresh king coconut and short eats near the car park.
- For photography, walk the lower path for a misty close-up of the cascade; the upper viewpoint gives the falls' full drop against the forest.
Best Time to Visit Aberdeen Falls #
Best visited just after heavy rains for maximum flow, but allow extra time for slippery paths; dry season offers easier access and clearer views.
Weather & Climate near Aberdeen Falls #
Aberdeen Falls's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 17°C to 29°C. Heavy rainfall (4068 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (194 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (269 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (481 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 21°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (580 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (471 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (420 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (368 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (431 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Heavy rain (390 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (218 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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