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Current Date And Time In Point Pedro, Sri Lanka

Sunday, 26 July 2026
13:49:30 SLST
Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR)
Timezone: UTC +05:30 (SLST)
Population: 89,810
District: Jaffna District

✈️ Point Pedro, Northern Province, Sri Lanka - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Point Pedro, Northern Province, Sri Lanka using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Point Pedro.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Point Pedro with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Point Pedro — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Sri Lanka, which includes Point Pedro, follow Left-hand traffic — check road rules for Sri Lanka before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Sri Lanka's time zone +05:30, country calling code +94 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .LK. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Point Pedro.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+05:30
📞 Country Calling Code+94
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.LK

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Sri Lanka — police 119, ambulance 110, fire brigade 112 691 111. Store these in your phone before you reach Point Pedro. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Point Pedro.

🚔
Police
119
🚑
Ambulance
110
🚒
Fire
112 691 111

📊 Sri Lanka At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Sri Lanka — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.782
High
👤
Life Expectancy
77.7
years
📚
Literacy Rate
92.7%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$4,516
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
4.0%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Sri Lanka development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Point Pedro for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Point Pedro
International Airport • JAF
Jaffna International Airport
Jaffna, LK
18
km away

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Point Pedro's exact coordinates, or Jaffna's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Point Pedro From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Point Pedro to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
Singapore (Singapore)2,772 km1,723 mi~ 4h 01m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)3,142 km1,952 mi~ 4h 27m
Tokyo (Japan)6,622 km4,115 mi~ 8h 32m
Paris (France)8,302 km5,159 mi~ 10h 31m
London (United Kingdom)8,489 km5,275 mi~ 10h 44m
Sydney (Australia)8,908 km5,535 mi~ 11h 14m
Auckland (New Zealand)11,061 km6,873 mi~ 13h 46m
Toronto (Canada)13,722 km8,527 mi~ 16h 54m
New York (United States)13,806 km8,578 mi~ 17h
Los Angeles (United States)14,761 km9,172 mi~ 18h 07m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Point Pedro, Sri Lanka is set to Sri Lanka Standard Time (SLST) with a current offset of UTC +05:30. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Point Pedro requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneSri Lanka Standard Time (SLST)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +05:30
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time1:49 PM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Point Pedro to Major World Cities

It is currently 1:49 PM on Sunday in Point Pedro. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Point Pedro right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Point Pedro
New York (United States)Sun, 4:19 AM9h 30m behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sun, 1:19 AM12h 30m behind
Toronto (Canada)Sun, 4:19 AM9h 30m behind
London (United Kingdom)Sun, 9:19 AM4h 30m behind
Paris (France)Sun, 10:19 AM3h 30m behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sun, 12:19 PM1h 30m behind
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 4:19 PM2h 30m ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 5:19 PM3h 30m ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 6:19 PM4h 30m ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 8:19 PM6h 30m ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Point Pedro — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Point Pedro is the Sri Lankan rupee (LKR), written as Rs. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
Rs 336.16
LKR
€ 1 Euro
Rs 382.35
LKR
£ 1 British Pound
Rs 447.86
LKR
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
Rs 234.64
LKR
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
Rs 238.37
LKR

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 26, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Point Pedro

Knowing which languages are used in Point Pedro helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
SinhalaTamil

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Point Pedro. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Valvedditturai (Northern Province, Sri Lanka)5 mi7 kmWest (W)
⬆️
Jaffna (Northern Province, Sri Lanka)18 mi30 kmWSW
⬆️
Kilinochchi (Northern Province, Sri Lanka)31 mi50 kmSSE
⬆️
Vedaraniyam (Tamil Nadu, India)46 mi75 kmNW
⬆️
Keppapularu (Northern Province, Sri Lanka)52 mi83 kmSE
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Point Pedro

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Point Pedro is the Taj Mahal (India), about 1,944 km away. Straight-line distances from Point Pedro to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Taj MahalAgra, India1,944 km1,208 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China4,891 km3,039 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan5,159 km3,205 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy7,443 km4,625 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil13,845 km8,603 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico16,409 km10,196 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru17,027 km10,580 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Point Pedro shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Northern Province and Sri Lanka. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Northern Province Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Northern Province, including major hub cities.
✈️ Sri Lanka Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Sri Lanka.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Point Pedro, Sri Lanka runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type G socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Point Pedro and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Point Pedro.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
GType G: Three rectangular pins
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🧭 Point Pedro's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Point Pedro

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Point Pedro. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Point Pedro — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Point Pedro

Point Pedro keeps Left-hand traffic, same as the rest of Sri Lanka. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Point Pedro

The closest airport to Point Pedro is Jaffna International Airport (JAF), about 18 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Point Pedro From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Point Pedro needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Point Pedro gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Point Pedro

Point Pedro rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Point Pedro — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Point Pedro

ℹ️ Point Pedro OverviewSee the full profile of Point Pedro — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Point Pedro MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Point Pedro for distance and direction.
💰 Point Pedro CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Point Pedro

What side of the road do people drive on in Point Pedro?

Point Pedro, like the rest of Sri Lanka, drives on the Left. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Point Pedro use?

Point Pedro runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type G sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Point Pedro?

In Point Pedro, reach police on 119, ambulance on 110, fire brigade on 112 691 111. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Point Pedro?

Jaffna International Airport (JAF) is the nearest airport to Point Pedro, about 18 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Point Pedro in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Point Pedro runs on Sri Lanka Standard Time (UTC +05:30). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Point Pedro?

Point Pedro shares the official and regional languages of Northern Province and Sri Lanka — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Point Pedro?

No — Point Pedro uses the Sri Lankan rupee (LKR), symbol Rs. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Point Pedro currency page for live rates.