Negombo Lagoon
Negombo Lagoon on the coast in Gampaha District, Western Province. Coastal and sea fishing with species ranked by weather, water temperature and season, see below.
Conditions right now
Water temperature is an estimate based on weather and season.
Best times today
Local time at the spot, from the most likely species' daily rhythm.
Next hours
Likely catch now (12 species)
About the fishing here
Negombo Lagoon is a coastal fishing spot in Gampaha District, Western Province. The fishing here is from the shore.
Popular catches here include Blue Marlin, Mahi-Mahi (Dorado), Great Barracuda, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna and Sailfish.
Blue Marlin fishing is usually best around Jul-Sep. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
A national or regional fishing permit is generally required here. Check the local rules. Napp ranks the species above from the live weather, water temperature, season and time of day, so the order changes through the day.
Tips right now
Fishing permit
You need a fishing permit (fiskekort) to fish here. Buy it online:
About this water
Negombo Lagoon is a large estuarine lagoon in Negombo, south-west Sri Lanka.
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Common questions
What fish can you catch at Negombo Lagoon?
Popular catches here include Blue Marlin, Mahi-Mahi (Dorado), Great Barracuda, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Sailfish, Black Marlin and Giant Trevally.
Do you need a fishing license at Negombo Lagoon?
Usually yes. Most countries require a national or regional fishing permit. Check the local rules via the link on this page.
When is the best time to fish Negombo Lagoon?
Blue Marlin fishing is usually best around Jul-Sep. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
What is biting at Negombo Lagoon right now?
Right now Blue Marlin is the most likely catch, at about 12%.