R. Premadasa Stadium
Stadium Major Colombo stadium hosting international cricket matches
Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium stages international cricket matches and local fixtures. Spectators attend tests and one-day internationals; the venue also hosts occasional concerts and large public events.
R. Premadasa Stadium is a major international cricket stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka, named after President Ranasinghe Premadasa. It has a seating capacity of roughly 35,000 spectators.
The ground regularly stages international Test, One-Day International and Twenty20 matches and is a primary venue for Sri Lankan national team fixtures and domestic finals. The stadium’s facilities include the playing field, pavilion and spectator stands used for large-scale matches.
Originally developed under a different name, the venue was renamed in honor of Premadasa and has been renovated periodically to meet international standards. It is an established component of Sri Lanka’s international cricket infrastructure.
The stadium is located in the Khettarama area of Colombo and is accessible via the city’s main roads and public transport links.
- Capacity: Seating capacity is approximately 35,000, making it one of Sri Lanka's largest cricket venues.
- International cricket venue: Regularly used for international Test, One-Day International and Twenty20 fixtures and has hosted matches in major ICC events.
How to Get to R. Premadasa Stadium #
The stadium is in Colombo’s Khettarama area, approximately 7-9 km from Fort; taxis are the most direct way to reach the ground. Public buses and tuk-tuks also serve nearby roads, but expect heavy traffic on match days.
Tips for Visiting R. Premadasa Stadium #
- If attending a match, arrive early-security checks can be stringent and queues form at popular fixtures.
- Local vendors sell traditional snacks and tea near the stadium-sampling these adds to the match-day atmosphere.
- Check fixture schedules and public transport service; Colombo traffic can make travel times unpredictable on match days.
Best Time to Visit R. Premadasa Stadium #
Best visited during the dry season (November-April) when match schedules are less weather-dependent; expect hot and humid conditions.
Weather & Climate near R. Premadasa Stadium #
R. Premadasa Stadium's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2431 mm/year), wettest in October.
January
January is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).
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February
February is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).
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March
March is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (142 mm).
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (261 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is the hottest month, feeling like 35°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (360 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (208 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (135 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (199 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (384 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (336 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (159 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
