Yes, it is one of the last things to think about if you are planning to visit a tropical country. No big jumpers, no winter coats, no body warmers, and no duvets are needed if you are traveling to Sri Lanka. Trust me, you can survive with just shorts and skinnies if you are not traveling to the hill countries. The worst it can get there is just below 10 degrees Celsius at night. During the rainy season, it won\’t be too cold anywhere in the country. Therefore, make sure to have light clothes and a lighter bag to enjoy the tropical atmosphere. Most importantly, why not try your best fashions during this fantastic holiday season?
Keep in mind, there might be some restrictions to cover your body when you visit temples.
There are a couple of things to remember if you wish to travel to some of the rich cultural destinations of the country. Since most of these areas are religious—Buddhist or Hindu-related places—you might be asked to cover up if you are wearing shorts or skinnies. This is a strict rule when you visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy, Dambulla Ancient Temple, and historical temples in Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapura.
My advice is to enjoy the weather as much as you can and keep a separate sheet or cloth to cover up your body whenever needed.
Beaches and swimming pools are going to be the best experiences of your holiday in a tropical paradise. Make sure to have all your swimsuits and bikinis ready with the relevant cosmetics. The average temperature can be from 25 to 33 degrees Celsius during a sunny day on the beach. It’s well enough to get your skin tanned, so remember to have sun protection cream with you too.
This is just general advice about the clothes to pack when you are coming to Sri Lanka for a holiday, but this can vary according to the particular itinerary you get from your tour operator. At Tara Travels, we advise our clients individually about their itineraries.
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