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

How is the weather in Nuwara Eliya in October? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In October, Nuwara Eliya typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 27°C, while nights can cool down to about 19°C.

Nuwara Eliya in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 292 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 16 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 119 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Nuwara Eliya. March typically offers 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 October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 292 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 83%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 119 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Sri Lanka in October

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka in October 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 October?

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 October.

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

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