Galle weather in September (Galle District, Sri Lanka)

Curious about the climate in Galle this September? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In September, the weather in Galle generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 29°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 25°C.

Precipitation

Galle in September falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 266 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 12 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 180 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, September may not be the ideal month to visit Galle. January generally stands out with the best circumstances. While May, June, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Galle, monthly averages in September

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 266 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Sunshine 180 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Sri Lanka in September

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

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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