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Matale weather in October (Matale District, Sri Lanka)

What does the weather outlook for Matale look like in October? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In October, Matale tends to experience very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 30°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 22°C. These temperatures are typical, but it's wise to prepare for hotter days. Dress in light, airy clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Matale in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 278 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 16 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 119 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Matale. January, February, March, June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Matale, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 278 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
SunshineSunshine 119 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in October

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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