Discover 1 Surf Camps near Weligama, Sri Lanka
Everything you need to know about surfing at Weligama, Sri Lanka
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The two-kilometre stretch of shallow sandy beach offers a good place to learn, with waves that can be easily surfed when small and hold up to 5ft. The bay is protected somewhat from the wind, making it a good place to surf even when the rest of the coast is blown. More advanced surfers can find reef breaks close by in Mirissa or Gurubebila. The town and fishermen are nearby, and there are other surf spots for intermediate surfers a little further away.
There are two main seasons for surfing in Sri Lanka: the winter season from November to April, and the summer season from May to October. Both seasons offer waves for different levels of surfers, with winter being better for advanced surfers and summer being good for beginners and longboarders. The shoulder seasons in between also offer good surfing conditions. Weligama is known for its consistent surf all day long, making it a great spot for learning.
Best time of the year:
Year-round
Surf level required:
All surf levels
Best tide:
All tides
Best swell direction:
SW
Seafloor:
Sand, reef