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November in Dambulla brings very high temperatures, with highs of 30°C (86°F) and nights dropping to 23°C (73°F). It's the rainiest month of the year, so come prepared with waterproof gear.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, November may not be the ideal month to visit Dambulla. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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36-year average (1982-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Dambulla typically stay consistent throughout November, with daily highs averaging around 30°C (86°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 23°C (73°F).
36-year average (1982-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Dambulla spanning 45 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Dambulla between 2001 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during November.
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 November →
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).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in November. 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.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in November - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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