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Palatupana Weather in October

October in Palatupana sees daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F) at night. With around 152 mm (6 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Palatupana in October

Past climate data indicates that roughly 12 days will see rain, totalling around 152 mm (6 in) for the month. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Palatupana in October

In October, Palatupana gets very high temperatures, with highs of 31°C (88°F). Nights cool to around 25°C (77°F). For most visitors, the main thing to prepare for is the heat during the day. With lows around 25°C (77°F), the nights are warm enough that a sheet is usually all you need for bedding.

Sunshine in Palatupana in October

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 195 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Palatupana.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, January typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Palatupana Temperature in October

Min Temperature
25°C (77°F)
Max Temperature
31°C (88°F)
Chance of Rain
39%
Precipitation
152 mm (6 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
77% *
Sunshine
195 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Yala National Park, Sri Lanka (26 KM, 16 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Palatupana in October

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in October. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Palatupana in October

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

  • Swimming
    7/10
  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    7/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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