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 at a Glance#
About R. Premadasa Stadium#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 23° - 32° | 30° | 68 mm | some cloud | 80% | 3.2 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 11.7h |
| February | Very Good | 23° - 32° | 31° | 77 mm | some cloud | 77% | 2.4 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 11.8h |
| March | Very Good | 24° - 33° | 32° | 142 mm | some cloud | 76% | 2.1 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Good | 25° - 33° | 34° | 261 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.6 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.2h |
| May | Acceptable | 26° - 32° | 35° | 360 mm | overcast | 86% | 3.1 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.3h |
| June | Acceptable | 25° - 31° | 34° | 208 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.4 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.4h |
| July | Very Good | 25° - 30° | 33° | 135 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.7 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.3h |
| August | Very Good | 25° - 30° | 33° | 102 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 4.2 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.2h |
| September | Very Good | 25° - 31° | 32° | 199 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 3.4 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.0h |
| October | Good | 24° - 31° | 31° | 384 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 2.5 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 11.9h |
| November | Acceptable | 23° - 31° | 31° | 336 mm | overcast | 85% | 1.6 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.7h |
| December | Good | 23° - 31° | 30° | 159 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 2.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.6h |
