Whale and Dolphin Seasons in Sri Lanka
If you time your trip correctly, you’ll have the option to see both blue whales and sperm whales on whale-watching excursions. The whales migrate, so catching them at specific points around Sri Lanka takes some timing.
The peak season for catching whales in Mirissa and the south of Sri Lanka is between December and March. Whales can also be seen on the east coast in Trincomalee between June and September.
Alankuda Beach at Kalpitiya is the ideal place to see dolphins in Sri Lanka between December and March
Sri Lanka in November
Visitors going to Sri Lanka in November can still enjoy decent weather at the popular beaches in the south while avoiding a bulk of the crowds. While pop-up thunderstorms and heavy showers come and go in November, they typically don’t last long and quickly give way to blue skies. By visiting just before the busy season begins, you’ll be able to negotiate better rates for accommodation and won’t have to fight for patches of sand on the beaches.
