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About Dambulla

Dambulla, Sri Lanka 🏝️ is a peaceful base for digital nomads who enjoy a slower pace and easy access to nature. It’s known for the Cave Temple, nearby Sigiriya, and scenic rice fields. Expect modest cafes and local charm rather than a big coworking scene. Great for focused work, weekend adventures, and affordable living. 💻🌿

Through the year

Best in March (66) · now 60
0° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan: 174 mm Feb: 66 mm Mar: 55 mm Apr: 142 mm May: 142 mm Jun: 37 mm Jul: 48 mm Aug: 64 mm Sep: 64 mm Oct: 231 mm Nov: 418 mm Dec: 195 mm Jan: 27°C / 21°C Feb: 29°C / 21°C Mar: 31°C / 22°C Apr: 32°C / 23°C May: 31°C / 24°C Jun: 30°C / 24°C Jul: 31°C / 24°C Aug: 31°C / 24°C Sep: 31°C / 24°C Oct: 30°C / 23°C Nov: 28°C / 22°C Dec: 28°C / 22°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 8.0
Safety 7.5
Digital Nomad Popularity 2.5
Internet Speed 6.4
Accommodation Cost 8.0
Weather 5.4
Nomad Friendly 3.3
Female Friendly 6.6
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Quick costs

Quick costs in Dambulla
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $119.32 per month
Coworking Space $35.80 per month
Coffee $1.34 per cup
Beer $1.49 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $2.68 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $17.90 per month
Mobile Plan $5.97 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $13.42 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 Sigiriya LK Sri Lanka $502 5.5 Compare
2 Polonnaruwa LK Sri Lanka $594 5.3 Compare
3 Anuradhapura LK Sri Lanka $421 5.4 Compare
4 Kandy LK Sri Lanka $1,133 5.8 Compare

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