Kandy weather in September (Kandy District, Sri Lanka)

What can you expect from the weather in Kandy during September? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In September, Kandy typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 29°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 21°C.

Kandy in September usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 132 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 12 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 87 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures February generally stands out with the best circumstances. While April, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kandy, monthly averages in September

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 132 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 87 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in September

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka in September and which places have the best weather 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 Kandy in September?

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 September.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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