Sri Lanka
Southern Province
Beginner
Beach break
Surfing Weligama: Complete Guide
Weligama Bay on Sri Lanka's south coast is one of Asia's most popular learner waves — a wide, sandy bay with consistent gentle peaks during the November–April season. Surf schools line the entire beach.
Wave type
Beach break
Skill level
Beginner
Best season
November – April
Swell
S – SW
Wind
Offshore N
Water temp
27–29°C
Crowd
Heavy
Why surf Weligama?
Cheap lessons, year-round warm water, easy to combine with safari and tea-country trips.
Beginner-friendly?
The whole bay is essentially a giant learner playground.
Hazards & local knowledge
Crowded learner zone, occasional rocks at low tide.
Nearby towns
Mirissa • Galle • Matara
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