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Matara District
City in Southern, Sri Lanka
Overview
Matara District is a lively region on Sri Lanka's southern coast, blending historic charm, stunning beaches, and lively local culture. It's a gateway to surfing, snorkeling, market life, and authentic Sri Lankan experiences.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Sri Lanka
Province
Southern
Population
809,344
Time Zone
Asia/Colombo
Coordinates
6.13°, 80.53°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$488
Local Cost
$230
Local Income
$160
Cashless
30
English
45
Temperature
27.0°C
Summer Avg
27.0°C
Winter Avg
26.5°C
Record High
33.0°C
Record Low
21.0°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
1837 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
KCT
Distance
27 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 40/100.
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