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Dambulla Weather in November

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.

Rainfall in Dambulla in November

Dambulla is in the rainy season in November, with rain on around 15 days and an average of 255 mm (10 in). Showers during the rainy season tend to be heavy and can come down intensely. An umbrella is often not enough, so a poncho or waterproof jacket is a better choice.

Temperature in Dambulla in November

November in Dambulla sees highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) overnight. It's usually most comfortable outside during the morning and later in the day. Nights are mild at around 23°C (73°F), which is comfortable for most people.

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.

Dambulla Temperature in November

Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Chance of Rain
51%
Precipitation
255 mm (10 in)
Rainy days
15 days

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Daily Historical Temperatures

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).

Average temperatures in November

Daily Historical Precipitation

36-year average (1982-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in November

Historical weather records for Dambulla in November

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.

Dambulla historical weather extremes in November

Based on weather observations in Dambulla between 2001 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during November.

  • On November 13, 2024, temperatures climbed to 35°C (95°F), marking the warmest November day on record.
  • The lowest daytime temperature in November was 23°C (73°F), recorded on November 27, 2025.
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in November was 17°C (63°F) (November 17, 2007).

Best Places in Sri Lanka in 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 →

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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 Dambulla in November

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.

What To Do in Dambulla in November

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

  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    6/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

Dambulla 3-Day Forecast

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