Nuwara Eliya weather in November (Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka)

Curious about the November weather in Nuwara Eliya? This guide provides all the details you need.

In November, Nuwara Eliya generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 26°C, while nights can cool down to about 19°C.

Nuwara Eliya in November falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 298 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 16 days of rain.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 125 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, November may not be the ideal month to visit Nuwara Eliya. March generally stands out with the best circumstances. While October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Nuwara Eliya climate page with graphs.

 

Nuwara Eliya, monthly averages in November

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 298 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 82%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 125 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Sri Lanka in November

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka in November and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Nuwara Eliya in November?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in November.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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