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Colombo District Weather in October

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

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Colombo Mount Lavinia Dehiwala Nugegoda

Planning a trip to Colombo District, Sri Lanka this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Colombo District in October

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

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Colombo. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Colombo with an average of 355 mm (14 in) to heavy rainfall in Avissawella with 462 mm (18 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this October. For example, Colombo gets approximately 202 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Colombo District by month

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

January32°C (90°F) February33°C (91°F) March33°C (91°F) April32°C (90°F) May31°C (88°F) This monthJune30°C (86°F) July30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November31°C (88°F) December31°C (88°F)
Best Time to Visit Colombo District →

Best Places to Visit in Colombo District in October

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

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

Temperature range in Colombo District (October)

Precipitation variation in Colombo District (October)

Colombo

In October Colombo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
202 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
262 mm (10 in)
355 mm (14 in)
338 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Colombo →

Mount Lavinia

In October Mount Lavinia generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
202 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
264 mm (10 in)
355 mm (14 in)
345 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Mount Lavinia →

Dehiwala

In October Dehiwala generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
202 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
263 mm (10 in)
355 mm (14 in)
343 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Dehiwala →

Nugegoda

In October Nugegoda generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
202 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
265 mm (10 in)
357 mm (14 in)
344 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Nugegoda →

Boralesgamuwa

In October Boralesgamuwa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
202 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
267 mm (11 in)
359 mm (14 in)
348 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Boralesgamuwa →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Colombo District, in Sri Lanka.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Colombo 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 355 mm (14 in)
Mount Lavinia 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 355 mm (14 in)
Dehiwala 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 355 mm (14 in)
Nugegoda 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 357 mm (14 in)
Boralesgamuwa 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 359 mm (14 in)
Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 360 mm (14 in)

Colombo District weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Colombo District, Sri Lanka typically experiences poor weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Colombo average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

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

Colombo averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

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

Rainfall in Colombo District, Sri Lanka peaks during October. Colombo averages roughly 355 mm (14 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

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

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Colombo, October may not be the ideal time to visit Colombo District, Sri Lanka.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January offering mostly tolerable weather in Colombo. On the other hand, the weather in April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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