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About Ratnapura

Ratnapura, Sri Lanka πŸ‡±πŸ‡°πŸ’Ž is a scenic, laid-back city known for gems, waterfalls, and lush hills. For digital nomads, it offers a quieter, low-cost base with friendly locals and easy access to nature. Connectivity and coworking options may be limited compared with Colombo, but it’s great for focused work and weekend adventures πŸŒΏπŸ’»

Through the year

Best in February (57) Β· now 51
0Β° 10Β° 20Β° 30Β° 40Β° Jan: 153 mm Feb: 87 mm Mar: 140 mm Apr: 254 mm May: 555 mm Jun: 390 mm Jul: 390 mm Aug: 356 mm Sep: 461 mm Oct: 453 mm Nov: 488 mm Dec: 226 mm Jan: 30Β°C / 22Β°C Feb: 31Β°C / 22Β°C Mar: 32Β°C / 23Β°C Apr: 32Β°C / 24Β°C May: 30Β°C / 24Β°C Jun: 29Β°C / 24Β°C Jul: 29Β°C / 24Β°C Aug: 29Β°C / 24Β°C Sep: 29Β°C / 24Β°C Oct: 29Β°C / 23Β°C Nov: 29Β°C / 23Β°C Dec: 30Β°C / 22Β°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 8.0
Internet Speed 5.9
Safety 6.9
Digital Nomad Popularity 1.8
Weather 4.8
Accommodation Cost 7.9
Nomad Friendly 2.7
Female Friendly 6.6
Updated 2 weeks ago

Quick costs

Quick costs in Ratnapura
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $176.53 per month
Coworking Space $102.71 per month
Coffee $2.73 per cup
Beer $2.41 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $3.05 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $20.86 per month
Mobile Plan $7.70 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $21.83 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 Nuwara Eliya LK Sri Lanka $641 5.6 Compare
2 Haputale LK Sri Lanka $1,301 5.2 Compare
3 Colombo LK Sri Lanka $1,976 6.3 Compare
4 Bentota LK Sri Lanka $859 5.7 Compare

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