Sri Lanka in october: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Sri Lanka in october 2025
In this section, check out the weather forecast for the month of october for most popular cities in Sri Lanka. These datas are probabilities for the month of october from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in october in Colombo
tolerable weather UV index: 7
Weather at 6am
83°F
Moderate rain at times
52% of time
21%
12%
9%
Weather at 12pm
86°F
Moderate rain at times
47% of time
23%
23%
9%
Weather at 6pm
81°F
Moderate rain at times
46% of time
24%
18%
9%
Weather at 3am
79°F
55%
20%
13%
9%
Where to go in Sri Lanka in october?
Where to go in Sri Lanka in october: destination map
Where to go in each region in october?
| Central-South of Sri Lanka (Kandy, Dambulla, Nuwara Eliya...) | 81°F to 92°F | 15 à 23 days | very bad weather* | |
| East Coast of Sri Lanka (Trincomalee, Batticaloa, Pottuvil...) | 88°F to 92°F | 15 à 17 days | 85°F to 86°F | tolerable weather |
| North of Sri Lanka (Jaffna, Mullaitivu, Vavuniya...) | 86°F to 92°F | 15 à 20 days | 85°F to 86°F | tolerable weather |
| North Central of Sri Lanka (Anuradhapura, Wilpattu National Park, Polonnaruwa...) | 92°F | 15 days | tolerable weather | |
| North West of Sri Lanka (Puttalam, Kurunegala, Chilaw...) | 88°F to 90°F | 15 à 19 days | 85°F | tolerable weather |
| Southern Coast of Sri Lanka (Galle, Tangalle, Yala National Park...) | 86°F to 88°F | 10 à 22 days | 85°F | tolerable weather* |
| West Coast of Sri Lanka (Colombo, Negombo, Kalutara...) | 86°F to 88°F | 19 à 21 days | 85°F | tolerable weather* |
Where should you go in Sri Lanka in october when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Sri Lanka in october ranges from tolerable to very bad depending on the region and city.
The month of October corresponds to the beginning of the great monsoon. The climate throughout October in Sri Lanka is again influenced by the abundance of rains affecting most of the island's localities.
October in Colombo and the West Coast of the Island
The heat intensifies in Colombo, especially during the twenty days of the month. On the other hand, the rainfall regresses a little, yet remains very abundant.
October in Jaffna and the Extreme North of the Island
The monsoon affects the locality of Jaffna more than other localities. The mornings remain very wet throughout the month. However, the rest of the day is beautiful - especially since the heat is pleasant from morning to night.
October in Trincomalee and the Northeast of the Island
In spite of the strong heat felt in Trincomalee and its surroundings, the weather in Sri Lanka throughout October remains favorable because the rains occur only during the night.
October in Nuwara Eliya and the Central Plain
The heat is pleasant, but the rain is so abundant that every day experiences intense showers during both day and at night.
Climate in Sri Lanka in october
Climate in Colombo in october
In october, the mean temperature in Colombo is 85°F (maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 83°F). The climate is very hot in that area in october. With 17.4in over 20 days, rain is to be feared throughout your holidays. Consider to pack rain clothes.
With proper weather, october is okay (but not good month) for traveling in Colombo in Sri Lanka.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 85°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 88°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 84°F | ||
| Rainfall | 17.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 20 day(s) (63%) | ||
| Humidity | 82% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 49% | ||
| Length of day | 11:59 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Anuradhapura in october
In october, maximum temperature is 92°F and minimum temperature is 83°F (for an average temperature of 86°F). The climate is very hot here in october. With 12.9in over 15 days, the weather is rather to rain during your vacations. Consider to bring adapted clothes.
With a correct weather, october is okay (but not good month) for traveling in that area in Sri Lanka.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 86°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 92°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Rainfall | 12.9in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 15 day(s) (50%) | ||
| Humidity | 78% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 43% | ||
| Length of day | 11:57 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Galle in october
In the month of october, maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 81°F (for an average temperature of 83°F). The climate is very warm in this city in october. With 15.6in over 19 days, the weather is rather to rain during your journey. So remember to bring rain clothes.
With a correct climate, october is okay (but not the best time) for traveling in Galle.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 81°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 84°F | ||
| Rainfall | 15.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 19 day(s) (63%) | ||
| Humidity | 81% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 46% | ||
| Length of day | 12:00 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Jaffna in october
In the month of october, the mean temperature in Jaffna is 85°F (maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 83°F). The climate is very hot in this city in october. With 15in over 17 days, you will suffer the rain for your journey. Remember to pack clothes for rain.
With a correct climate, october is okay (but not good time) for traveling in this city.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 85°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 85°F | ||
| Rainfall | 15in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 17 day(s) (54%) | ||
| Humidity | 79% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 33% | ||
| Length of day | 11:55 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Kandy in october
In the month of october, maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 77°F (for an average temperature of 83°F). The climate is burning in that locality in the month of october. With 19.9in over 19 days, rain is to be feared during your journey. Remember to bring adapted clothes.
With an unfavorable weather, october is not recommended month to go in that area.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Rainfall | 19.9in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 19 day(s) (63%) | ||
| Humidity | 83% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 39% | ||
| Length of day | 11:58 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
All cities in Sri Lanka in october
| Colombo in october | tolerable weather |
| Anuradhapura in october | tolerable weather |
| Galle in october | tolerable weather |
| Jaffna in october | tolerable weather |
| Kandy in october | very bad weather |
| Trincomalee in october | tolerable weather |
| Batticaloa in october | tolerable weather |
| Chilaw in october | tolerable weather |
| Dambulla in october | tolerable weather |
| Kalutara in october | tolerable weather |
| Kurunegala in october | tolerable weather |
| Mullaitivu in october | tolerable weather |
| Negombo in october | tolerable weather |
| Nuwara Eliya in october | very bad weather |
| Wilpattu National Park in october | tolerable weather |
| Yala National Park in october | tolerable weather |
| Polonnaruwa in october | tolerable weather |
| Pottuvil in october | tolerable weather |
| Puttalam in october | tolerable weather |
| Tangalle in october | good weather |
| Vavuniya in october | tolerable weather |
Weather data for Sri Lanka in october:
Weather data for Sri Lanka in october is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Sri Lanka. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Sri Lanka can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Sri Lanka.