Elpitiya weather in October (Galle District, Sri Lanka)

What can you expect from the weather in Elpitiya during October? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In October, Elpitiya typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 30°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 24°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Elpitiya in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 342 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 14 days.

The city usually sees around 200 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Elpitiya. January, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Elpitiya, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 342 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Sunshine 200 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (27 KM, 16 Miles).

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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 Elpitiya in October?

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 in October.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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