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Pagoda weather in October (Sri Lanka)

How does the October weather in Pagoda compare to other months? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

Typically, October in Pagoda includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 25°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and there can be hotter days. Dress appropriately and stay hydrated to remain comfortable.

Precipitation

Pagoda in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 359 mm for the month. The month brings the heaviest rain of the year, often in intense bursts. Make sure to have a poncho to stay dry during the showers. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 16 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 202 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Pagoda.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Pagoda. January, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Pagoda, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 359 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 202 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (4 KM, 2 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. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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