Kurundu Oya Falls

Waterfall Scenic Sri Lankan waterfall amid forested river valley

Waterfall on the Kurundu Oya in Sri Lanka’s Central Province; day-trippers hike to the falls, pause at river pools and combine the visit with drives through nearby hill country.

Kurundu Oya Falls
7.0781, 80.7908

How to Get to Kurundu Oya Falls #

Kurundu Oya Falls is in Sri Lanka’s Central Province. From Kandy or nearby towns, travel by road toward the central hills - local buses and private vehicles serve villages near the falls. Expect narrow, sometimes steep local roads and a short walk from the nearest road to the falls.

Tips for Visiting Kurundu Oya Falls #

  • Visit early in the morning when the falls are least crowded and the light is best for capturing the cascade.
  • Check local weather before hiking; heavy rains can change trail conditions and water flow quickly.
  • Combine the visit with other central province waterfall trails for a full day of natural scenery.

Best Time to Visit Kurundu Oya Falls #

Post-monsoon through the dry season offers the best mix of flow and trail safety.

Monsoon and Post-Monsoon
May-October · 22-30°C (72-86°F)
Strong flows and lush surroundings but trails can be muddy.
Dry season
November-April · 18-28°C (64-82°F)
Easier access and clearer walking conditions.

Weather & Climate near Kurundu Oya Falls #

Climate

Kurundu Oya Falls's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 15°C to 28°C. Heavy rainfall (2303 mm/year), wettest in November.

Best Time to Visit
MarchFebruaryJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Heavy rain (225 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 25°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

225 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

139 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 28°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

141 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (226 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 28°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

226 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

May

May is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (185 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

185 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
20° 26°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

69 Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° 26°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

103 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

69 Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° 26°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

69 Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° 26°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

136 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (288 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° 26°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

288 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (335 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
18° 25°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

335 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (309 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 25°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

309 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

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