Ella weather in October (Badulla District, Sri Lanka)

What is the weather forecast for Ella in October? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

October in Ella generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 30°C. At night, they generally drop to 21°C. While these temperatures are averages, expect some days to be hotter. Choose light, airy clothing to handle the warmth effectively.

Precipitation

Ella in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 277 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 15 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 119 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Ella. February typically offers the best circumstances. While October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ella, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 277 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 119 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (45 KM, 28 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

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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