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Arugam Bay Weather in October
October in Arugam Bay sees daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F) and lows of 26°C (79°F) at night. With around 167 mm (6.6 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
Rainfall in Arugam Bay in October
The climate data from previous years indicates about 13 days of rain, averaging 167 mm (6.6 in) for the month. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.
Temperature in Arugam Bay in October
October in Arugam Bay sees highs of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 26°C (79°F) overnight. For most visitors, the main thing to prepare for is the heat during the day. Nights are warm at 26°C (79°F). It's worth making sure your accommodation has decent ventilation or air conditioning.
Sunshine in Arugam Bay in October
Enjoy a sunny month with about 195 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Arugam Bay even more beautiful.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February and August typically offer the best weather for Arugam Bay.
Arugam Bay Temperature in October
Min Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Max Temperature
31°C (88°F)
Chance of Rain
42%
Precipitation
167 mm (6.6 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
77% *
Sunshine
195 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Yala National Park, Sri Lanka (51 KM, 32 Miles).
Arugam Bay Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Arugam Bay in October
Browse day-by-day weather records for Arugam Bay spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Arugam Bay historical weather extremes in October
Based on 19 years of weather observations in Arugam Bay between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- On October 13, 2020, temperatures climbed to 37°C (99°F), marking the warmest October day on record.
- Arugam Bay experienced its chilliest October day on October 25, 2015, reaching only 26°C (79°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in October was 23°C (73°F) (October 29, 2022).
- Peak precipitation in October occurred on October 28, 2019, when 106 mm (4.2 in) of precipitation was measured.
Best Places in Sri Lanka in October
Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Sri Lanka in October →
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Arugam Bay in October
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in October. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Arugam Bay in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming7/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping7/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
Arugam Bay 3-Day Forecast
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