At a glance
 LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
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|
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka |
| Nomad score | 5.4 / 10 | 5.3 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $421 / mo | $594 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 33° / 24°C | 34° / 25°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 61 Moderate | 59 Moderate |
| Community votes | 0 0 | 0 0 |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Average high | 31.3°C | 32.3°C |
| Average low | 23.7°C | 24.4°C |
| Precipitation | 146 mm / mo | 157 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 293 h / mo | 290 h / mo |
| Humidity | 80% | 76% |
| Rain days | 15.6 / mo | 15.3 / mo |
| Wind speed | 19.1 km/h | 18 km/h |
LK
Anuradhapura · average high by month
J 29
F 30
M 32
A 33
M 32
J 32
J 33
A 33
S 33
O 31
N 29
D 29
LK
Polonnaruwa · average high by month
J 29
F 30
M 32
A 34
M 34
J 34
J 35
A 35
S 35
O 32
N 30
D 29
Air quality
|
LK
Anuradhapura
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LK
Polonnaruwa
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|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 61 | 59 |
| PM2.5 | 13.9 µg/m³ | 13.1 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 21.7 µg/m³ | 19.5 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 96 µg/m³ | 103 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 9.6 | 10.2 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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LK
Anuradhapura
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LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 2.2 | 2.5 |
| Local Payment Services | 4.2 | 4.7 |
| Startup Scene | 2.5 | 2.1 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 5.1 | 5.5 |
| Green Spaces | 6.3 | 7.5 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 6.3 | 6.5 |
| Noise Pollution | 5.6 | 6.7 |
| Seasonal Variety | 3.1 | 3.5 |
| Weather | 5.4 | 5.6 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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LK
Anuradhapura
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LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 7.4 | 6.8 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 5.9 | 5.4 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 3.1 | 2.5 |
| VPN Reliability | 7.2 | 7.1 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 8.4 | 8.1 |
| Cost of Living | 8.1 | 8.3 |
| Currency Stability | 4.2 | 4.1 |
| Entertainment Cost | 7.1 | 7.4 |
| Food & Groceries | 8.3 | 8.7 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 7.1 | 6.7 |
| Transportation Cost | 8.2 | 8.0 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Culture | 7.9 | 7.3 |
| Indoors Fun | 3.1 | 3.3 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 4.2 | 3.6 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 7.6 | 8.1 |
| Nightlife | 2.4 | 2.2 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 7.8 | 8.5 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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LK
Anuradhapura
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LK
Polonnaruwa
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|---|---|---|
| Nomad Events & Meetups | 1.3 | 1.1 |
| Nomad Friendly | 3.7 | 3.1 |
| Online Community Presence | 1.9 | 1.8 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
|
LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Cafes with WiFi | 3.8 | 3.6 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 1.7 | 1.6 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 2.4 | 2.3 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 1.6 | 2.1 |
| Internet Speed | 5.6 | 6.0 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 7.5 | 7.3 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
|
LK
Anuradhapura
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LK
Polonnaruwa
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|
|---|---|---|
| Fitness Facilities | 3.8 | 3.2 |
| Food Scene | 5.4 | 4.7 |
| Healthy Food Options | 5.0 | 4.3 |
| Yoga Studios | 2.8 | 2.7 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
|
LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 5.6 | 4.7 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 8.6 | 8.6 |
| Healthcare Quality | 4.8 | 4.0 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
|
LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 5.0 | 1.8 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 3.4 | 3.4 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 3.7 | 3.7 |
| Freedom of Speech | 4.9 | 4.1 |
| Political Stability | 5.1 | 4.9 |
| Tax Friendliness | 6.2 | 5.8 |
| Visa Ease | 6.0 | 5.6 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
|
LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 6.5 | 7.3 |
| Cleanliness | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Environmental Quality | 7.1 | 7.4 |
| Family Friendly | 6.8 | 6.2 |
| Language Barrier | 5.8 | 5.0 |
| Work-Life Balance | 7.1 | 6.8 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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LK
Anuradhapura
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LK
Polonnaruwa
|
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|---|---|---|
| Female Friendly | 6.6 | 6.9 |
| Racial Tolerance | 6.9 | 6.8 |
| Safety | 7.6 | 7.9 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
|
LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
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|---|---|---|
| Airport Connectivity | 3.2 | 3.3 |
| Cycling | 4.8 | 5.7 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 5.6 | 4.8 |
| Public Transit | 3.8 | 3.2 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 3.0 | 2.1 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 5.5 | 5.7 |
| Walkability | 3.7 | 4.9 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
|
LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
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|
|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 1.9 | 2.1 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 2.7 | 2.2 |
| Networking Opportunities | 2.7 | 2.2 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 3.0 | 2.3 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 5.8 | 5.5 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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LK
Anuradhapura
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LK
Polonnaruwa
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|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $13 per pair | $15 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $8.96 per dress | $12 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $30 per pair | $36 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $12 per month | $5.97 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
|
LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Cinema Ticket | $2.99 per ticket | $2.39 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
|
LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Coffee | $0.60 per cup | $0.90 per cup |
| Beer | $1.49 per pint | $1.49 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $1.19 per meal | $1.79 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $15 per meal | $12 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $2.99 per meal | $3.58 per meal |
| Apples | $2.09 per kg | $2.39 per kg |
| Bread | $0.36 per loaf | $0.60 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.45 per bottle | $0.45 per bottle |
| Milk | $0.90 per liter | $1.05 per liter |
| Rice | $0.75 per kg | $0.75 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $2.69 per kg | $3.58 per kg |
| Beef | $5.38 per kg | $5.38 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $12 per bottle | $10 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Groceries | $36 per month | $45 per month |
Health Insurance
Local prices in US dollars
|
LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
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|
|---|---|---|
| Health Insurance | $0.00 per month | $1.49 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
|
LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Doctor Visit (GP) | $5.97 per visit | $8.96 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $0.60 per purchase | $4.48 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Housing | $54 per month | $30 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $60 per month | $149 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $134 per month | $358 per month |
| Coworking Space | $24 per month | $45 per month |
| Coliving Space | $105 per month | $179 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Internet & Mobile | $4.48 per month | $4.48 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
|
LK
Anuradhapura
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LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Leisure Activities | $5.97 per month | $1.49 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
|
LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Haircut | $2.09 per visit | $2.39 per visit |
| Laundry | $1.05 per kg | $1.49 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
|
LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $1.79 per month | $4.48 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $10 per month | $10 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $3.58 one-time | $4.48 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $12 per month | $12 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $5.97 per hour | $5.97 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Transportation | $8.96 per month | $5.97 per month |
| Taxi Start | $0.90 per trip | $0.90 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $0.45 per km | $0.30 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $12 per month | $15 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $2.39 per trip | $1.79 per trip |
| Gasoline | $1.34 per liter | $1.19 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $8.96 per month | $7.47 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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LK
Anuradhapura
|
LK
Polonnaruwa
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $15 per month | $8.96 per month |