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About Bentota

Bentota, Sri Lanka πŸ‡±πŸ‡° is a relaxed beach town ideal for digital nomads seeking a slower pace. Expect palm-lined shores, affordable stays, and a calm setting for focused work. Wi‑Fi can vary outside resorts, but nearby cafes and guesthouses often cover the basics. Great for balancing remote work with surfing, sunsets, and a peaceful coastal lifestyle πŸŒ΄πŸ’»πŸŒŠ

Through the year

Best in January (56) Β· now 55
0Β° 10Β° 20Β° 30Β° 40Β° Jan: 177 mm Feb: 79 mm Mar: 148 mm Apr: 204 mm May: 445 mm Jun: 317 mm Jul: 259 mm Aug: 264 mm Sep: 352 mm Oct: 407 mm Nov: 451 mm Dec: 187 mm Jan: 29Β°C / 23Β°C Feb: 30Β°C / 23Β°C Mar: 30Β°C / 24Β°C Apr: 30Β°C / 24Β°C May: 30Β°C / 25Β°C Jun: 29Β°C / 25Β°C Jul: 29Β°C / 25Β°C Aug: 29Β°C / 25Β°C Sep: 29Β°C / 25Β°C Oct: 29Β°C / 24Β°C Nov: 29Β°C / 23Β°C Dec: 29Β°C / 23Β°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, Β°C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 7.8
Internet Speed 6.6
Digital Nomad Popularity 2.9
Safety 7.7
Accommodation Cost 7.4
Weather 5.5
Nomad Friendly 4.8
Female Friendly 6.8
Updated 2 weeks ago

Quick costs

Quick costs in Bentota
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $178.98 per month
Coworking Space $74.58 per month
Coffee $1.04 per cup
Beer $1.49 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $2.09 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $8.95 per month
Mobile Plan $4.47 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $10.44 per month

Other cities in Sri Lanka

Other cities in Sri Lanka
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Colombo $1,976 6.3 Compare
2 Weligama $600 6.3 Compare
3 Ahangama $813 6.2 Compare
4 Galle $871 6.2 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Hikkaduwa LK Sri Lanka $1,157 6.1 Compare
2 Ratnapura LK Sri Lanka $1,472 5.2 Compare
3 Galle LK Sri Lanka $871 6.2 Compare
4 Unawatuna LK Sri Lanka $758 6.1 Compare

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