Gampola weather in September (Kandy District, Sri Lanka)

What kind of weather does September bring to Gampola? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

Typically, September in Gampola includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 28°C. At night, it falls to around 21°C.

Precipitation

Gampola in September falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 182 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 87 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Gampola, monthly averages in September

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 182 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 87 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (21 KM, 13 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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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.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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