Batticaloa District Weather in October

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

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Batticaloa Kalkudah

Thinking about venturing to Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka this October and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Batticaloa District in October

Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. October in Batticaloa District generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Batticaloa. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Batticaloa with an average of 173 mm (6.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Kalkudah with 183 mm (7.2 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Batticaloa sees close to 233 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Batticaloa District by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Batticaloa District — and find the best time to visit. (based on Batticaloa)

January28°C (82°F) February29°C (84°F) March31°C (88°F) April32°C (90°F) May33°C (91°F) This monthJune34°C (93°F) July34°C (93°F) August33°C (91°F) September33°C (91°F) October31°C (88°F) November30°C (86°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Batticaloa District in October

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

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

Temperature range in Batticaloa District (October)

Precipitation variation in Batticaloa District (October)

Batticaloa

In October Batticaloa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
248 hours
233 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
294 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
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Kalkudah

In October Kalkudah generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
248 hours
233 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
304 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Batticaloa District, in Sri Lanka.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Batticaloa 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 173 mm (6.8 in)
Kalkudah 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 183 mm (7.2 in)

Batticaloa District weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

In October, Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Batticaloa sees daytime temperatures near 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to roughly 26°C (79°F).

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

Average temperatures in Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka during October range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Batticaloa.

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

Yes. October brings heavy rainfall to Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka, with Batticaloa averaging around 173 mm (6.8 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Batticaloa, October might be a good time to visit Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka is in January and February with generally pleasant weather in Batticaloa. On the other hand, the months of June, July, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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