Weligama, Sri Lanka 🇱🇰
#890
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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 global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Affordable guesthouses and long-term rentals are common, with options ranging from budget to mid-range.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food provide cheap and fresh options; imported goods are pricier but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Local transport like tuk-tuks and buses are very cheap; scooter rentals are affordable as well.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but inexpensive, mostly centered around beach activities and local events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and more basic; membership fees are low compared to urban centers.
💱 Currency Stability
51%
Weight: 30
Sri Lankan Rupee has experienced volatility in recent years, affecting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
67%
Weight: 100
Decent 4G coverage and some fiber options in town, but speeds can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Limited formal coworking spaces; most nomads work from cafes or guesthouses.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, though connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to digital nomads with power outlets and good seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
54%
Weight: 100
Weligama is growing in popularity but still less known than Colombo or other hubs.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
84%
Weight: 30
Relaxed beach town vibe supports a good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Clean beaches and natural surroundings, though some areas face waste management challenges.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but occasional litter and infrastructure issues exist.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken in tourist areas but less so in local communities.
💨 Air Quality
82%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
58%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available locally; for serious issues, travel to Colombo is recommended.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable but limited in scope locally.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor ailments; limited emergency and specialist care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; monsoon season affects some months.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
53%
Weight: 10
Some risk of monsoon flooding and occasional cyclones; tsunami risk is low but present.
🏞️ Green Spaces
77%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural greenery and coastal landscapes.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Many accommodations and cafes have AC, but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
83%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional festivals, crafts, and cuisine.
🌃 Nightlife
41%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly low-key beach bars and small gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, surfing, hiking, and wildlife.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Sinhala or Tamil.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
74%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, surfing lessons, and nature excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment; mostly small cafes and occasional events.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Strong local cuisine with fresh seafood and Sri Lankan specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
63%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios and wellness centers available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
59%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and outdoor fitness options; limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
76%
Weight: 15
Abundance of fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood supports healthy eating.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
64%
Weight: 20
UTC+5:30 is moderately convenient for Europe and Asia, less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
42%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events; informal meetups occasionally occur.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
38%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
41%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces; quality varies and often basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem in Weligama itself.
💳 Local Payment Services
62%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and cards accepted, but cash remains dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited local adoption; some interest among younger population.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Mattala or Colombo, about 2-3 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
59%
Weight: 20
Local buses and trains available but infrequent and basic.
🚶 Walkability
68%
Weight: 20
Town center is walkable; outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps exist but limited coverage; tuk-tuks dominate.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but infrastructure is minimal and roads can be busy.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
63%
Weight: 15
Trains and buses connect Weligama to major cities, though travel times are long.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
84%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are widely available and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
72%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in town and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well without restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages occur but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
58%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
71%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easy to obtain; some restrictions apply.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Sri Lanka has moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
63%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some political sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
54%
Weight: 20
Recent political unrest has affected stability but situation is improving.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
47%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts as a foreigner can be bureaucratic and slow.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex procedures.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Growing awareness and infrastructure but still developing as a nomad destination.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
38%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; mostly informal gatherings.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
55%
Weight: 20
Small but active online groups focused on Sri Lanka and Weligama.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
73%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for travelers; petty crime exists but violent crime is rare.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms require some caution but many female travelers report positive experiences.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with diverse ethnic groups; occasional tensions exist.