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Gampaha weather in September (Gampaha District, Sri Lanka)

What kind of weather does September bring to Gampaha? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, September in Gampaha includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 31°C. But by evening, they drop to around 25°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Precipitation

Gampaha in September falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 263 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 13 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 189 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

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

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

 

Gampaha, monthly averages in September

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 44%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 263 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 189 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (25 KM, 15 Miles).

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.

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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 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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