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Trincomalee weather in October (Trincomalee District, Sri Lanka)

Looking to travel to Trincomalee in October? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In October, Trincomalee typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 31°C. But by evening, they drop to around 26°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Trincomalee in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 188 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 12 days.

With around 214 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures February generally stands out with the best circumstances. While November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Trincomalee, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 41%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 188 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 71%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 214 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 Trincomalee 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. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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