Sri Lanka weather in October
In October, popular resorts in Sri Lanka (Colombo, Galle, Negombo) average 28°C by day and 24°C at night, and the sea is about 28°C. On average 292 mm of rain falls during the month.
That is the same as in September, and in November days average 28°C.
It is hot: ideal beach and swimming weather. The sea is warm and pleasant for swimming.
Warmest resorts in Sri Lanka in October
| Place | Day | Night | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vakarai | 31°C | 24°C | 29°C | 224 mm |
| Trincomalee | 30°C | 26°C | 29°C | 228 mm |
| Kalmunai | 30°C | 26°C | 29°C | 210 mm |
| Batticaloa | 30°C | 26°C | 29°C | 210 mm |
| Pottuvil | 30°C | 25°C | 28°C | 219 mm |
| Mannar | 30°C | 26°C | 29°C | 201 mm |
| Mullaittivu | 30°C | 27°C | 29°C | 227 mm |
| Keppapularu | 30°C | 27°C | 29°C | 227 mm |
| Puttalam | 30°C | 25°C | 28°C | 228 mm |
| Jaffna | 29°C | 27°C | 29°C | 212 mm |
| Eravur Town | 29°C | 27°C | 29°C | 264 mm |
| Point Pedro | 29°C | 27°C | 29°C | 224 mm |
Sri Lanka weather in other months
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FAQ
Is it warm in Sri Lanka in October?
In October, popular resorts in Sri Lanka (Colombo, Galle, Negombo) average 28°C by day and 24°C at night, and the sea is about 28°C. On average 292 mm of rain falls during the month. It is hot: ideal beach and swimming weather.
What is the sea temperature in Sri Lanka in October?
About 28°C on average. The warmest water is in Mannar (29°C).
Where is it warmest in Sri Lanka in October?
The warmest place is Vakarai (31°C by day), followed by Trincomalee (30°C) and Kalmunai (30°C).
Does it rain in Sri Lanka in October?
On average 292 mm of rain falls in the month. It is a fairly wet month, so pack a jacket.
Long-term averages from NASA POWER data (MERRA-2, 2001-2020 reanalysis, CC BY 4.0). Sea temperature is the average water surface temperature at the nearest grid point over the sea. This is climate, not a forecast for a specific day.