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Galle District Weather in November

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

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Hikkaduwa Galle Unawatuna Weligama

Considering a trip to Galle District, Sri Lanka this November and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Galle District in November

Galle District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. November in Galle District generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Hikkaduwa. 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 Galle District, Sri Lanka, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Mihiripenne with an average of 262 mm (10 in) to heavy rainfall in Nelluwa with 426 mm (17 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Hikkaduwa enjoys about 210 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Galle District by month

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

January29°C (84°F) February30°C (86°F) March30°C (86°F) April30°C (86°F) May30°C (86°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October29°C (84°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Galle District in November

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

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

Temperature range in Galle District (November)

Precipitation variation in Galle District (November)

Hikkaduwa

In November Hikkaduwa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
210 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
307 mm (12 in)
290 mm (11 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
pleasant
Climate in Hikkaduwa →

Galle

In November Galle generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
210 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
289 mm (11 in)
277 mm (11 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
pleasant
Climate in Galle →

Unawatuna

In November Unawatuna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
210 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
280 mm (11 in)
265 mm (10 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
pleasant
Climate in Unawatuna →

Weligama

In November Weligama generally has 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.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
210 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
264 mm (10 in)
284 mm (11 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Weligama →

Bentota

In November Bentota generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
210 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
351 mm (14 in)
325 mm (13 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Galle District, in Sri Lanka.

In our records: Sri Lanka November extremes

Notable November records observed across cities in Sri Lanka in our climate database (1995 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest November day in Sri Lanka brought 444 mm (17 in) in Colombo on November 11, 2010.

Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Galle District in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hikkaduwa 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 290 mm (11 in)
Galle 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 277 mm (11 in)
Unawatuna 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 265 mm (10 in)
Weligama 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 284 mm (11 in)
Bentota 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 325 mm (13 in)
Matara 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 290 mm (11 in)

Galle District weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Galle District, Sri Lanka in November?

November in Galle District, Sri Lanka brings poor weather. In Hikkaduwa, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Galle District, Sri Lanka in November?

In Hikkaduwa, the average daytime high in November is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Galle District, Sri Lanka get a lot of rain in November?

Rainfall in Galle District, Sri Lanka peaks during November. Hikkaduwa averages roughly 290 mm (11 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Galle District, Sri Lanka?

In our view, November might not be the best time to travel to Galle District, Sri Lanka with often poor weather in Hikkaduwa.

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

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