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

What kind of weather does September bring to Nuwara Eliya? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In September, the weather in Nuwara Eliya generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 28°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 20°C.

Precipitation

Nuwara Eliya in September usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 166 mm for the month. This month experiences about 13 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 87 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, 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 September

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 166 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 83%  

Windspeed 7 km/h  

Sunshine 87 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Sri Lanka in September

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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