Maskeliya Weather in October

October in Maskeliya brings high temperatures around 27°C (81°F) during the day, dropping to 20°C (68°F) at night, and as part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is common.

Rainfall in Maskeliya in October

Maskeliya is in the rainy season in October, with rain on around 16 days and an average of 470 mm (19 in). Rainy season showers here are typically intense, often clearing quickly but coming down hard while they last.

Temperature in Maskeliya in October

Expect highs of 27°C (81°F) in Maskeliya in October, with nights dropping to around 20°C (68°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. With overnight lows of 20°C (68°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.

Sunshine in Maskeliya in October

Enjoy a sunny month with about 202 hours of sunshine, even though this month falls in the wet season. There is still enough sun to enjoy the outdoors.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Maskeliya. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Maskeliya Temperature in October

Min Temperature 20°C (68°F)  

Max Temperature 27°C (81°F)  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 470 mm (19 in)  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 202 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Ratnapura, Sri Lanka (25 KM, 15 Miles).

What to Wear in Maskeliya in October

Warm but pleasant conditions in Maskeliya in October. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Maskeliya in October

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

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Sri Lanka, check out our Maskeliya's climate page.

More climate data for Maskeliya

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