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Major city · Sri Lanka

Sammanthurai

Spend a few hours in Sammanthurai to see the Grand Mosque and rice fields; one day is enough, no overnight stay needed.

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Sammanthurai is a small Muslim town in Eastern Province with a historic mosque, rice research centre and limited tourist services. A half‑day visit covers the main sights; overnight accommodation is limited.

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3 pages, for the metro and roaming-off days
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
Weather
see forecast
Currency
LKR
Best months
Nov–Apr (North‑East monsoon, cooler)
avoid May–Oct (humid summer)
Airport
ADP
Nights
0–1

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This is a basic guide for Sammanthurai: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 5
  • South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
  • South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
  • Sri Lanka ↗Apply for the Electronic Travel Authorisation only on the official government ETA site; lookalike sites charge extra, and the rules and fees change.
  • Sri Lanka ↗At temples cover shoulders and knees, take off shoes and hats, and never pose with your back to a Buddha statue; Buddha images on clothes or tattoos cause offence.
  • Sri Lanka ↗Carry Sri Lankan rupees in small notes; tuk-tuks, buses and small shops are cash-only, and ATMs are fewer outside the cities.

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  • Walking areas with bag rules
  • Day plans checked against opening hours
  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
  • Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Sammanthurai119 ▾

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Sammanthurai, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Grand Mosque SammanthuraiRice Research StationSouth Eastern University campusIslamic Da'wa Institute
Airports
ADP Ampara Airport (18 km (11 mi) west of Sammanthurai, about 30 min by taxi)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  4. Apr

    Best

    33°C (91°F)

  5. May

    Avoid

    34°C (93°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    34°C (93°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

  9. Sep

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  10. Oct

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  11. Nov

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    29°C (84°F)

Best: Nov–Apr. Avoid: May–Oct. Month by month →

Warmest May (34°C (93°F)), coolest Dec (22°C (72°F) low), wettest Jul (15 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Sammanthurai: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

30°C (86°F)

23°C (73°F)

5 rd

Feb

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

5 rd

Mar

32°C (90°F)

25°C (77°F)

6 rd

Apr

33°C (91°F)

26°C (79°F)

7 rd

May

34°C (93°F)

27°C (81°F)

12 rd

Jun

34°C (93°F)

27°C (81°F)

14 rd

Jul

33°C (91°F)

26°C (79°F)

15 rd

Aug

33°C (91°F)

26°C (79°F)

15 rd

Sep

32°C (90°F)

25°C (77°F)

13 rd

Oct

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

9 rd

Nov

30°C (86°F)

23°C (73°F)

6 rd

Dec

29°C (84°F)

22°C (72°F)

5 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

Three‑wheelers (tuk‑tuk) run all day; walking around Hijra Junction lets you see mosques and markets.

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Arugam Bay

go

Door to door: ≈2 h total

Bus or taxi ~1.5 h south (≈73 km (45 mi))

Surfing and beach town, popular with tourists.

Lahugala National Park

go

Door to door: ≈2 h total

Bus/taxi ~1.5 h south (≈76 km (47 mi))

Elephant and bird habitat, day visit.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Gaffoor Rest Inn

Basic rooms on Ampara Road, suitable for a short stay.

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
Rs 2,500–3,500 excl. bed
Mid
Rs 4,000–5,500 excl. bed
High
Rs 6,000+ excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Basic inn room1 × 1 night × LKR 1,500LKR 1,500
Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × LKR 2,500LKR 2,500
Trip total≈ LKR 4,000 per person per day, bed includedLKR 4,000

Gaffoor Rest Inn, basic single room

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Watch out

Safety

Generally safe during daylight; stay in groups after dark, keep valuables hidden, and dress modestly.
  • Tourist infrastructure is minimal; plan meals and transport ahead.
  • Dress modestly, especially women, and avoid unaccompanied night travel.
  • Bus from Colombo costs about Rs 900 and takes ~7 h (check exact fare).

Emergency numbers

Police
119
Ambulance
1990
Fire
110

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SammanthuraiSammanthurai

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My bed tonight

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இந்த முகவரிக்கு, தயவு செய்துTo this address, please

Emergency

  • Police119
  • Ambulance1990
  • Fire110

Embassy

US consulate in Colombo; other embassies in Colombo.

My embassy: —

Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Colombo → Sammanthurai bus: about Rs 900, ~7 h (check)
  • Tuk‑tuk within town: about Rs 150 for 30 min (check)

Say or show

  • மன்னிக்கவும் — Excuse me / Sorry (mannikkavum)
  • நன்றி — Thank you (nandri)
  • எவ்வளவு? — How much is it? (evvalavu?)
  • மசூதி எங்கு? — Where is the mosque? (masuti eng?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Sammanthurai. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Nov–Apr (North‑East monsoon, cooler) · avoid May–Oct (humid summer) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 3 bands
  5. 2 day-trips, door to door
  6. 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

Back to Sri Lanka

Sources

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