Buttala weather in October (Sri Lanka)

What should you pack for a trip to Buttala in October? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The typical weather for October in Buttala includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 32°C, cooling off to about 22°C at night. Expect some days to be hotter than these averages. Stay cool by wearing light clothing and drinking plenty of water throughout the day.

Precipitation

Buttala in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 297 mm for the month. Expect around 13 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 195 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Buttala. January and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Buttala, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 44%  

Precipitation 297 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 77% *  

Sunshine 195 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Yala National Park, Sri Lanka (49 KM, 30 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.

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.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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