Jaffna Weather in October

Jaffna in October sees very high daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows of 27°C (81°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 215 mm (8.5 in) of rainfall for the month.

Rainfall in Jaffna in October

As part of the rainy season, Jaffna sees around 10 days of rain in October, with an average of 215 mm (8.5 in). Rainy season showers here are typically intense, often clearing quickly but coming down hard while they last.

Temperature in Jaffna in October

Jaffna in October gets highs of 30°C (86°F) during the day and drops to 27°C (81°F) at night. It's usually most comfortable outside during the morning and later in the day. Nights remain warm at around 27°C (81°F). For a more comfortable sleep, a cold shower before bed and a fan or air conditioning can make a big difference.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Jaffna. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Jaffna Temperature in October

Min Temperature 27°C (81°F)  

Max Temperature 30°C (86°F)  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 215 mm (8.5 in)  

Rainy days 10 days  

Historical weather for Jaffna in October

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Jaffna historical weather extremes in October

Based on weather observations in Jaffna between 2004 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during October.

• The warmest day in October was on October 16, 2025, with a maximum of 35°C (95°F).
• On October 29, 2004, Jaffna saw its coldest October day with temperatures maxing out at 26°C (79°F).
• The coldest night in October in Jaffna was on October 25, 2007, with a minimum of 20°C (68°F).
• The wettest October day on record brought 133 mm (5.2 in) of precipitation to Jaffna (October 11, 2021).

What to Wear in Jaffna in October

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in October. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.

What To Do in Jaffna in October

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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