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Badulla District Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Badulla District, Sri Lanka in October.

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Planning a getaway to Badulla District, Sri Lanka this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Badulla District in October

Badulla District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. October in Badulla District generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Ohiya at 27°C (81°F) to very warm in Passara at 30°C (86°F). At night it cools down to 21°C (70°F) in Passara and 19°C (66°F) in Ohiya. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For a closer look at conditions across Badulla District, Sri Lanka, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Bandarawela with an average of 273 mm (11 in) to heavy rainfall in Ohiya with 338 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Ella gets approximately 119 hours of sunlight in October, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Badulla District in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Badulla District.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Badulla District

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Badulla District, Sri Lanka?

Temperature range in Badulla District (October)

Precipitation variation in Badulla District (October)

Ella

In October Ella generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
87 hours
119 hours
125 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
277 mm (11 in)
309 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Ella →

Bandarawela

In October Bandarawela generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
87 hours
119 hours
125 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
273 mm (11 in)
312 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Bandarawela →

Haputale

In October Haputale generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
87 hours
119 hours
125 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
282 mm (11 in)
333 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Haputale →

Badulla

In October Badulla generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
87 hours
119 hours
125 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
282 mm (11 in)
294 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Badulla →

Diyatalawa

In October Diyatalawa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
87 hours
119 hours
125 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
283 mm (11 in)
327 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Diyatalawa →

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Badulla District in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ella 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 277 mm (11 in)
Bandarawela 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 273 mm (11 in)
Haputale 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 282 mm (11 in)
Badulla 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 282 mm (11 in)
Diyatalawa 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 283 mm (11 in)
Ohiya 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 338 mm (13 in)

Badulla District weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Badulla District, Sri Lanka in October?

Badulla District, Sri Lanka typically experiences poor weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Ella average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 21°C (70°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Badulla District, Sri Lanka in October?

Ella averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 21°C (70°F).

Does Badulla District, Sri Lanka get a lot of rain in October?

Rainfall in Badulla District, Sri Lanka peaks during October. Ella averages roughly 277 mm (11 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Badulla District, Sri Lanka?

In our opinion, October may not be the ideal time to visit Badulla District, Sri Lanka due to the typically poor weather in Ella.

On average, the best time to visit Badulla District, Sri Lanka is in February with generally perfect weather in Ella. On the other hand, the weather in April, October and November tend to be poor.

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