Matale weather in September (Matale District, Sri Lanka)

Is September a good time to explore Matale weather-wise? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In September, Matale tends to experience very high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 31°C, while night temperatures can drop to 23°C. With these average temperatures, expect occasional spikes in warmth. Wear light fabrics and stay cool by hydrating regularly.

Precipitation

Matale in September usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 101 mm for the month. Expect around 12 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

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

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February, March, June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Matale, monthly averages in September

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 101 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 87 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (37 KM, 23 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

Interested in more climate information?

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