Cargills Square Mall & Cineplex
Jaffna, Sri Lanka • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Apr
27°C – 31°C, april is the warmest month, with average highs of 31, high crowds, peak season
27°C – 31°C, april is the warmest month, with average highs of 31, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Fully accessible with elevators and ramps for mobility assistance.
Fully accessible with elevators and ramps for mobility assistance.
Value for money
Medium
Offers budget options but lacks detailed pricing info.
Offers budget options but lacks detailed pricing info.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Good Variety
Couples enjoyed the diverse dining and entertainment options at Cargills Square.
Easy Access
Travelers found the accessibility features convenient and easy to navigate.
Great Location
Visitors loved the central location, making it easy to reach by multiple transport options.
Limited Parking
Some couples found parking availability a potential concern during peak hours.
Can Be
Travelers noted potential crowd levels during holidays or special events in April.
Noisy Environment
Some couples found the mall environment a bit too noisy at times.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
09:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
09:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
09:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
09:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
09:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
09:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
09:00 AM - 10:00 PM
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
LOW
26-28°C
December sees a gradual decrease in rainfall as the monsoon season ends. The average high temperature is 27.5°C, with a low of 26.1°C. Rainfall averages 140mm over approximately 20 days, indicating a moderate chance of precipitation.
December sees a gradual decrease in rainfall as the monsoon season ends. The average high temperature is 27.5°C, with a low of 26.1°C. Rainfall averages 140mm over approximately 20 days, indicating a moderate chance of precipitation.
Open
Some outdoor activities may still be affected by residual rainfall, but conditions are improving.
Some outdoor activities may still be affected by residual rainfall, but conditions are improving.
Not recommended
December marks the transition from the monsoon season to drier conditions. While rainfall decreases, it remains present, and tourist activity is low. It's a period of improving weather, but some rain can still be expected.
December marks the transition from the monsoon season to drier conditions. While rainfall decreases, it remains present, and tourist activity is low. It's a period of improving weather, but some rain can still be expected.
January
MEDIUM
26-27°C
January is the coolest month in Jaffna, with average high temperatures around 26.8°C and lows of 25.5°C. The month experiences moderate rainfall, averaging 33mm over approximately 11.2 days.
January is the coolest month in Jaffna, with average high temperatures around 26.8°C and lows of 25.5°C. The month experiences moderate rainfall, averaging 33mm over approximately 11.2 days.
Open
No significant restrictions; standard operating hours apply.
No significant restrictions; standard operating hours apply.
Recommended
January offers pleasant weather conditions, making it a favorable time to visit Cargills Square Mall & Cineplex. Moderate crowd levels and standard pricing enhance the visitor experience.
January offers pleasant weather conditions, making it a favorable time to visit Cargills Square Mall & Cineplex. Moderate crowd levels and standard pricing enhance the visitor experience.
February
LOW
25-28°C
February experiences slightly warmer temperatures, with average highs of 28.1°C and lows of 24.7°C. Rainfall decreases to about 29mm over 4 days, indicating drier conditions.
February experiences slightly warmer temperatures, with average highs of 28.1°C and lows of 24.7°C. Rainfall decreases to about 29mm over 4 days, indicating drier conditions.
Open
No significant restrictions; standard operating hours apply.
No significant restrictions; standard operating hours apply.
Recommended
February's warm and dry weather, coupled with lower crowd levels, makes it an excellent time to visit Cargills Square Mall & Cineplex.
February's warm and dry weather, coupled with lower crowd levels, makes it an excellent time to visit Cargills Square Mall & Cineplex.
March
LOW
26-30°C
March sees further warming, with average highs reaching 30.2°C and lows of 25.8°C. It is the driest month, receiving only 13mm of rainfall over approximately 5.8 days.
March sees further warming, with average highs reaching 30.2°C and lows of 25.8°C. It is the driest month, receiving only 13mm of rainfall over approximately 5.8 days.
Open
No significant restrictions; standard operating hours apply.
No significant restrictions; standard operating hours apply.
Recommended
March's warm temperatures and minimal rainfall, along with low crowd levels, provide an ideal setting for visiting Cargills Square Mall & Cineplex.
March's warm temperatures and minimal rainfall, along with low crowd levels, provide an ideal setting for visiting Cargills Square Mall & Cineplex.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Public buses, including those from Jaffna Central Bus Stand, stop near Jaffna General Hospital, a short walk from the mall.
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis and ride-sharing services like PickMe offer direct transport to Cargills Square Mall & Cineplex.
Train
Recommended
The Jaffna Railway Station is approximately 1.5 kilometers from Cargills Square. Travelers can take a taxi, autorickshaw, or walk to the mall.
Bike
Bicycles are a common mode of transport in Jaffna, and the mall is easily reachable by bike.
Car
Travelers can drive to the mall using Hospital Street and Mahathma Gandhi Road. A basement car park is available.
Walking
The mall's central location makes it easily accessible on foot. A 15-20 minute walk from Jaffna Railway Station will lead you to the mall.
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required