KandySri Lanka · Asia

Sri Lanka · Asia · Population 111,701 · Asia/Colombo

Kandy in Sri Lanka (Asia) offers an estimated monthly cost of ~$750 incl. rent, an average annual temperature of 24°C for digital nomads and remote workers. This page compiles cost of living, safety, climate, internet speed, air quality and visa overview with per-item data sources and dates.

Monthly cost

$750incl. rent · est. range

$638 – $900

Source: public statistical estimate (NYC=100 basis) linear fit + page snapshot, updated 2026-10-09

Safety index

Data pending (see country-level)

Source: no city-level safety estimate

Climate (10-yr avg)

24°C avg/yr

1760mm · 3540h sunshine/yr

Source: Open-Meteo Historical（CC BY 4.0）2015–2024

Fixed broadband

51Mbps median down

Source: public statistical estimate (fixed broadband) (country-level)

Air quality

11.6µg/m³ PM2.5 · Fair

Source: Open-Meteo CAMS · WHO 2021 band (2022-08 ~ 2024-12)

Visa overview

See country-level info · verify with officials

Source: Sri Lanka snapshot (2026-10-03) · Disclaimer: visa policies change — always verify with official channels

FAQ

What is the cost of living in Kandy?

Kandy has an estimated monthly cost of ~$750 including rent (range $638–$900), based on open-data statistical estimates and page snapshots.

Is Kandy safe?

City-level safety index is pending; country-level reference for Sri Lanka is 57.5/100 (Global Peace Index rank #70). Always check the latest official travel advisories.

How can Chinese passport holders enter Sri Lanka?

Snapshot as of 2026-10-03: mainland Chinese passport holders are eVisa to Sri Lanka. Verify with official immigration channels before travel.

How fast is the internet in Kandy?

Median fixed broadband download is about 51 Mbps (public statistical estimate) at country level.

About Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka: GDP per capita ~$5,002 (World Bank), HDI 0.78, Global Peace Index rank #70 (IEP 2024). Open Sri Lanka country page →

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