Beaches of Trincomalee
Trincomalee has emerged as a popular tourism destination in recent times. The 30-year-long conflict with the Tamil Tigers had kept the beaches of the east coast from being commercialized, resulting in kilometers of pristine white sandy beaches with crystal-clear waters, making Trincomalee a highly sought-after beach destination.
Located in the dry zone, Trincomalee is generally sunny throughout the year, with temperatures reaching up to 35°-36° C (95°-96°F) during the period of April to September. Rainfall can be expected during January, February, September, October, November, and December.
There are four popular beach areas in Trincomalee:
Trincomalee Town Beach: Located in the heart of the city, just before the Trincomalee Fort, this beach is the most popular among local pilgrims who visit Trincomalee. During holiday seasons, it gets crowded with busloads of local tourists, and the sea is considered safe for bathing.
Uppuveli Beach: Along the east coast of Sri Lanka, you...
Located in the dry zone, Trincomalee is generally sunny throughout the year, with temperatures reaching up to 35°-36° C (95°-96°F) during the period of April to September. Rainfall can be expected during January, February, September, October, November, and December.
There are four popular beach areas in Trincomalee:
Trincomalee Town Beach: Located in the heart of the city, just before the Trincomalee Fort, this beach is the most popular among local pilgrims who visit Trincomalee. During holiday seasons, it gets crowded with busloads of local tourists, and the sea is considered safe for bathing.
Uppuveli Beach: Along the east coast of Sri Lanka, you...
