The exchange rate between the US dollar and the Sri Lankan rupee is a crucial aspect to consider when traveling or sending money to Sri Lanka. According to historical data, the exchange rate has fluctuated significantly over the years.
In the past, the exchange rate has been as high as 150 LKR per USD and as low as 120 LKR per USD. This means that if you exchanged 50 USD in 2015, you would have received around 7,500 LKR.
The current exchange rate is around 360 LKR per USD, which means exchanging 50 USD would give you approximately 18,000 LKR.
Exchange Rates
The exchange rate is a crucial factor to consider when converting US dollars to Sri Lankan rupees. The current exchange rate is 293.19 LKR per USD, which means that for every US dollar you exchange, you'll receive 293.19 Sri Lanka Rupees.
The exchange rate can fluctuate over time, so it's essential to check the current rate before making any conversions. According to Example 6, as of January 14, 2025, 12:05 PM UTC, the best USD to LKR exchange rate is 293.19 LKR.
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You can use online tools or currency converters to get the latest exchange rates. For instance, Example 9 explains how to convert US dollars to Sri Lankan rupees using a simple online tool.
Here's a breakdown of the conversion rates for 50 USD to LKR, as shown in Example 10:
As you can see, the exchange rate can vary slightly depending on the amount being converted. However, the general trend is that 50 USD is equivalent to around 14,926 to 15,221 LKR.
The exchange rate can also be influenced by long-term trends, such as the appreciation of the US dollar against the Sri Lankan rupee. According to Example 5, the US dollar has increased +0.003% year-to-date against the Sri Lanka Rupee, and over the past 10 years, it has appreciated +102.70% against the Sri Lanka Rupee.
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Conversion and Comparison
The US Dollar has a stronger value than the Sri Lanka Rupee, with 1 USD being equal to 293.19 LKR.
To convert 50 USD to LKR, we can refer to the conversion rates provided in the article. The conversion rate for 50 USD is 14,659 LKR.
If you want to convert US dollars to Sri Lankan rupees, you can simply type in the amount you want to convert, select USD as the currency to convert from and LKR as the currency to convert to, and our currency converter will show you the current USD to LKR rate and how it's changed over the past day, week, or month.
Here's a breakdown of the conversion rates for different amounts of USD:
Conversion Rates Dollar/Rupee
The conversion rate between the US Dollar and the Sri Lanka Rupee is a crucial aspect to consider when traveling or doing business in Sri Lanka. The current exchange rate is approximately 293.19 LKR per USD, which means that for every US Dollar you exchange, you'll receive 293.19 Sri Lanka Rupees.
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To give you a better idea of the conversion rates, here are some examples of how much 1 USD is worth in LKR: 1 USD is equal to 293.19 LKR, 5 USD is equal to 1,465.94 LKR, and 10 USD is equal to 2,931.88 LKR.
If you're planning to exchange a larger amount, you can refer to the table below for the conversion rates:
Over the past 30 days, the exchange rate has fluctuated between a high of 296.46 LKR and a low of 290.57 LKR, with an average rate of 293.78 LKR. If you're looking for the best exchange rate today, it's currently 293.19 LKR.
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When to Convert?
The best time to convert USD to LKR is between 3-4 PM GMT, as currency market liquidity and trading volume tend to be the highest during this time.
You can trade USD to LKR 24x5, starting from Monday mornings in Sydney and closing on Fridays at 5 PM in New York.
Converting USD to LKR early in the week is advisable if you need LKR urgently, as executing a trade late in the week might result in a delayed settlement until the following week.
Forex markets are closed on weekends, so you'll need to plan ahead to avoid any delays.
Current and Historical Rates
The current exchange rate for USD to LKR is 293.19 LKR. This means that for every US Dollar you exchange, you'll receive 293.19 Sri Lanka Rupees.
Looking at the historical rates, we can see that the highest exchange rate in the last year was 322.12 Sri Lanka Rupees per US Dollar on January 16, 2024. The lowest exchange rate in the last year was 289.87 Sri Lanka Rupees per US Dollar on December 11, 2024.
If you're looking at the last 10 years, the highest exchange rate was 368.96 Sri Lanka Rupees per US Dollar on September 20, 2022.
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Highest Exchange Rate Last Year
The highest USD to LKR exchange rate in the last year was a significant milestone. The high point for the USD/LKR rate was 322.12 Sri Lanka Rupees per US Dollar on January 16, 2024.
This means that if you exchanged $1 on this day, you would have received 322.12 Sri Lankan Rupees.
The exact date and rate make it easy to reference and plan your currency exchange needs accordingly.
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History
The history of exchange rates between the US Dollar and the Sri Lanka Rupee is a fascinating topic. The lowest USD to LKR exchange rate in the last year was 289.87 Sri Lanka Rupees per US Dollar on December 11, 2024.
Over the past 10 years, the highest rate from US Dollars to Sri Lanka Rupees was on September 20, 2022 when each US Dollar was worth 368.96 Sri Lanka Rupees. This is a significant difference from the current rate.
Looking at the past 30 days, the USD to LKR exchange rate reached a high of 296.46 and a low of 290.57, with an average rate of 293.78. The overall change in this period was +1.47%.
The US Dollar has also appreciated +102.70% against the Sri Lanka Rupee over the past 10 years. This means the US Dollar has gained purchasing power compared to the Sri Lanka Rupee over the last decade.
To give you a better idea of the fluctuations in exchange rates, here's a list of the highest and lowest USD to LKR exchange rates in the last year:
The best USD to LKR exchange rate today is 293.19 LKR, as of January 14, 2025 12:05 PM UTC. This means that for every US Dollar you exchange, you will receive 293.19 Sri Lanka Rupees.
Current Exchange Rate
The current exchange rate between the US Dollar and the Sri Lanka Rupee is a fascinating topic. As of January 14, 2025, 1 USD is equal to 293.19 LKR.
To give you a better idea of the current rate, let's take a look at the high and low rates over the past 30 days. The high was 296.46 LKR, while the low was 290.57 LKR, with an average rate of 293.78 LKR.
Here's a snapshot of the exchange rate over the past 90 days: the high was 296.46 LKR, the low was 289.87 LKR, and the average rate was 292.53 LKR.
If you're planning to convert a large amount of money, it's worth noting that the US Dollar has appreciated +102.70% against the Sri Lanka Rupee over the past 10 years.
To give you a better idea of the current exchange rate, here's a table showing the conversion rates for different amounts of US Dollars:
Keep in mind that exchange rates can fluctuate rapidly, so it's essential to check the current rate before making any conversions.
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