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Weligama, Sri Lanka 🇱🇰
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Nomad Score:
66%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Weligama offers a very affordable cost of living compared to Western standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Affordable guesthouses and long-term rentals are common, with good value for money especially outside peak tourist seasons.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food provide inexpensive and fresh options; imported goods are pricier but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and tuk-tuks are very cheap; scooter rentals are affordable and popular.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options like surfing, local tours, and beach activities are affordable but nightlife is limited.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but limited in number; prices are moderate compared to local standards.
💱 Currency Stability
51%
Weight: 30
Sri Lankan Rupee has experienced volatility recently, impacting cost predictability for foreigners.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
67%
Weight: 100
Decent 4G coverage and some fiber options in town, but speeds can be inconsistent and slower than major cities.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Few dedicated coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or guesthouses with WiFi.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, though connection quality varies; popular spots cater to digital nomads.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Some cafes are welcoming to remote workers, but infrastructure is still developing.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
59%
Weight: 100
Weligama is emerging as a digital nomad spot but remains less popular than Colombo or other Asian hubs.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
81%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase local SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
84%
Weight: 30
Relaxed beach lifestyle supports good work-life balance with ample outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Clean beaches and natural surroundings, though some areas face waste management challenges.
🧼 Cleanliness
61%
Weight: 10
Public cleanliness is moderate; tourist areas are better maintained than outskirts.
🗨️ Language Barrier
65%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken in tourist and nomad areas, but Sinhala and Tamil dominate locally.
💨 Air Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
58%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families seeking a quiet beach lifestyle but limited schooling and healthcare.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
54%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is available; for serious issues, travel to Colombo or abroad is recommended.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable but limited in scope and quality locally.
🏥 Healthcare
57%
Weight: 20
Limited advanced medical facilities; suitable for minor ailments but not complex treatments.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; monsoon seasons bring heavy rain but also lush scenery.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Coastal location poses some risk from tsunamis and monsoon flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
72%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural greenery and nearby hills, though urban green spaces are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
69%
Weight: 15
Many accommodations and cafes have AC, but not universal; fans are common.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
34%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate means little seasonal variation; mostly hot and humid year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
63%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter than major cities but some traffic and local activity noise.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
81%
Weight: 20
Rich Sri Lankan culture with local festivals, traditional crafts, and friendly communities.
🌃 Nightlife
42%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly low-key bars and beach parties.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, surfing, hiking, and wildlife tours.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn Sinhala or Tamil through local classes or informal settings.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural tours, surfing lessons, and nature excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
47%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly small cafes and guesthouse socializing.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
83%
Weight: 25
Diverse local cuisine with fresh seafood and traditional Sri Lankan dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
64%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios and wellness centers available, catering to tourists and nomads.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
58%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor activities are more common.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
76%
Weight: 15
Plenty of fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood; vegetarian and vegan options available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
63%
Weight: 20
GMT+5:30 is moderately favorable for European and Asian time zones but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
41%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events; mostly informal meetups among nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
37%
Weight: 20
Local job market for remote work is small; most nomads work for foreign clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
42%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities; not comparable to major hubs.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
31%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem in Weligama; more activity in Colombo.
💳 Local Payment Services
56%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and local banking services exist but can be unreliable for foreigners.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption and regulatory clarity around crypto in Sri Lanka.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
52%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Mattala (limited flights) or Colombo Bandaranaike (2.5-3 hours away).
🚇 Public Transit
48%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; reliance on tuk-tuks and scooters.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Walkable in town center but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
55%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like PickMe operate but coverage is limited compared to cities.
🚲 Cycling
63%
Weight: 10
Cycling is popular for short distances; roads can be busy and infrastructure limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
61%
Weight: 15
Train and bus services connect Weligama to other cities but can be slow and crowded.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
84%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are widely available and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in town and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
73%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no major restrictions reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages occur, but generally stable in tourist areas.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
59%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easy to obtain; digital nomad-specific visas are not yet available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Sri Lanka has moderate tax rates; no special tax incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
62%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some restrictions and occasional political sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Recent political and economic challenges have affected stability.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
43%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners due to documentation and banking regulations.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
47%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming process for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Emerging destination with basic infrastructure for nomads but still developing.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
39%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; mostly informal gatherings.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
52%
Weight: 20
Small but growing online presence among digital nomads in Weligama.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
74%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists and nomads; petty crime is low.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly; cultural norms require some caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and welcoming to foreigners.