Arugam Bay weather in October (Ampara District, Sri Lanka)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Arugam Bay this October? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for October in Arugam Bay includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 31°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 26°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.

Precipitation

Arugam Bay in October usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 167 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 13 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 195 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July and August typically offer 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 Arugam Bay climate page with graphs.

 

Arugam Bay, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 167 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 77% *  

Sunshine 195 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Yala National Park, Sri Lanka (51 KM, 32 Miles).

Where to go 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.

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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.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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