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Arugam Bay

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Pottuvil, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka

  • ๐ŸŒŸ BeachNearby Score: 98/100
  • ๐Ÿ“ Location: Pottuvil, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka
  • ๐Ÿ”“ Public beach: ?
  • ๐Ÿ’ธ Free entry: ?
  • โณ Sandy: Yes
  • ๐Ÿ“ Beach length: 4.11km (big)
  • ๐Ÿ—ฃ Country's language: Sinhalese
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Country's currency: Sri Lankan rupee (LKR Rs)
  • ๐Ÿ—ณ Rated 61 times
  • ๐ŸŒ Last updated on: August 28, 2023

About Arugam Bay

Arugam Bay, a real paradise of wild and unspoiled nature, is a 4.11km stretch of sand located in Pottuvil. It's a pretty and safe place for both adults and children to visit in any time of the year. It has clear water, friendly locals, easy access, and good 3G+ coverage. You will find that the water here, as with many of the other Pottuvil beaches is crystal clear and extremely inviting. This beach is so pretty that it almost seems surreal! In peak summer months it can be difficult to stake out a peaceful place on the sand because it's a popular spot. The views are amazing and the weather is warm all year round.

Safety and Access

You can go to this beach by car, bus, boat, and walking or hiking. It's easy to get there, which makes it perfect for families! There are lifeguards on duty at the beach. Dogs allowed all year round. Arugam Bay is a family-friendly beach, with calm waters that are crystal clear, perfect for swimming safely. Pay attention if you go swimming because there are jellyfishes in the water.

Infrastructure

Arugam Bay has everything you need to spend the day and the night. There are food options, shades, shops, cleaning, bicycles for rent, scooter for rent, bicycle path, surfboards for rent, surf school, nightlife, free wi-fi, and lifeguards.

Things to do on Arugam Bay

Arugam Bay offers a lot of space for sunbathing and family games. If you are seeking food and refreshment, there are some options. The water here is suitable for surfing and swimming. Walking and running can be enjoyed as well.

The best time to visit Arugam Bay

๐ŸŒดGood weather and less crowd:

January, February, September, October are the best months to visit Arugam Bay and other beaches in Pottuvil, because that's when the temperatures are warm and there's probably less crowd (not guaranteed).

โ˜€๏ธHottest months:

March, April, May, June

โ„๏ธColdest months:

January, February, November, December

โ›ˆ Rainiest months:

April, October, November, December

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Day Temperature30ยฐ C30ยฐ C31ยฐ C31ยฐ C31ยฐ C31ยฐ C31ยฐ C30ยฐ C30ยฐ C30ยฐ C29ยฐ C29ยฐ C
Night Temperature24ยฐ C25ยฐ C26ยฐ C27ยฐ C27ยฐ C27ยฐ C27ยฐ C27ยฐ C27ยฐ C26ยฐ C26ยฐ C25ยฐ C
Rain118mm122mm143mm236mm177mm38mm29mm57mm95mm300mm384mm233mm

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  • ๐ŸŒŸ BeachNearby Score: 98/100
  • ๐Ÿ“ Location: Pottuvil, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka
  • ๐Ÿ”“ Public beach: ?
  • ๐Ÿ’ธ Free entry: ?
  • โณ Sandy: Yes
  • ๐Ÿ“ Beach length: 4.11km (big)
  • ๐Ÿ—ฃ Country's language: Sinhalese
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Country's currency: Sri Lankan rupee (LKR Rs)
  • ๐Ÿ—ณ Rated 61 times
  • ๐ŸŒ Last updated on: August 28, 2023

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