Number of deaths in Sri Lanka today so far:
108
A person dies approximately every 193.55 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 162,934
Number of deaths per day: 446
Number of deaths per hour: 19
Source: United Nations World Population Prospects 2024
Methodology: The figures shown on this page are based on projections from the 2024 revision of World Population Prospects. Deaths are distributed evenly across the year to produce per-day and per-second estimates. Actual daily counts may vary due to seasonal factors, disease outbreaks, or natural disasters.
The table below shows the top 10 causes of death in Sri Lanka according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stroke | 24,277 |
| 2 | Ischaemic heart disease | 21,999 |
| 3 | COVID-19 | 15,784 |
| 4 | Diabetes mellitus | 11,492 |
| 5 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 10,184 |
| 6 | Kidney diseases | 4,930 |
| 7 | Alzheimer disease and other dementias | 3,810 |
| 8 | Hypertensive heart disease | 3,643 |
| 9 | Self-harm | 3,405 |
| 10 | Lower respiratory infections | 3,260 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Sri Lanka?
The leading cause of death in Sri Lanka is Stroke, approximately 24,277 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Sri Lanka?
The top three causes of death in Sri Lanka are Stroke, Ischaemic heart disease, and COVID-19.
How many people die from Stroke in Sri Lanka each year?
Approximately 24,277 people die from Stroke in Sri Lanka each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.