Ratnapura weather in October (Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka)

Planning a trip to Ratnapura in October? This guide provides all the details you need.

In October, Ratnapura generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 29°C, while night temperatures can drop to 22°C.

Ratnapura in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 465 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 202 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

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

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

 

Ratnapura, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 465 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 78%  

Sunshine 202 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Sri Lanka in October

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Ratnapura in October?

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 in October.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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