Matara weather in November (Galle District, Sri Lanka)

How does the weather in Matara usually fare in November? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of November in Matara typically brings high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 30°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 25°C. Although these are average temperatures, some days can be hotter. Wear cool, breathable clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Matara in November falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 290 mm for the month. During this month, the rain comes down heavily. A poncho is essential for staying dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 14 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 210 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, November may not be the ideal month to visit Matara. January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, September, 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 Matara climate page with graphs.

 

Matara, monthly averages in November

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 290 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Sunshine 210 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in November

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.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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