Kandy sits in Sri Lanka’s central highlands, where elevation and exposure to both monsoon seasons combine to produce some of the island’s heaviest rainfall totals.
Sri Lanka’s hill capital sits on the Mahaweli River, the island’s longest, whose level rises quickly during intense highland rain. Steep hillside terrain, much of it covered in tea plantations, makes this region particularly prone to landslides during intense rain, and radar tracking of storm cells is an important complement to Sri Lanka’s landslide early-warning systems. Learn more: Flash Flood Warning Signs on Radar · Open the full Rain Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Kandy right now?
The live radar map above shows precipitation over Kandy, Central Province in real time. Blue shades indicate light rain, while yellow, orange, and red mark heavier downpours. If no colored echoes appear over Kandy, no significant rain is currently being detected.
How often does the Kandy rain radar update?
The radar refreshes continuously, typically every few minutes, so the map reflects current conditions rather than an hours-old forecast. Press play to animate the most recent frames.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Kandy?
Yes. Press play on the radar to animate the last few hours of rainfall and watch which way rain cells over Central Province are moving – the clearest way to judge whether a shower will reach Kandy or pass by.
Is this Kandy rain radar free to use?
Yes, completely free – no account, app download, or sign-up required. It works in any browser on desktop and mobile.