Gampaha District Weather in November

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

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Negombo Katunayaka Ja-Ela Seeduwa

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

What to Expect in Gampaha District in November

Gampaha District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. November in Gampaha 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 Negombo. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To explore the conditions in Gampaha District, Sri Lanka in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Negombo with an average of 294 mm (12 in) to heavy rainfall in Kapugoda with 405 mm (16 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in November. Negombo typically receives 210 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Gampaha District by month

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

January31°C (88°F) February32°C (90°F) March33°C (91°F) April32°C (90°F) May31°C (88°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November30°C (86°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Gampaha District in November

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

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

Temperature range in Gampaha District (November)

Precipitation variation in Gampaha District (November)

Negombo

In November Negombo 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 less favorable that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
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
202 hours
210 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
338 mm (13 in)
294 mm (12 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
good
Climate in Negombo →

Katunayaka

In November Katunayaka generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
210 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
345 mm (14 in)
304 mm (12 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
good
Climate in Katunayaka →

Ja-Ela

In November Ja-Ela generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
210 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
352 mm (14 in)
318 mm (13 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
10 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
good
Climate in Ja-Ela →

Seeduwa

In November Seeduwa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
210 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
347 mm (14 in)
310 mm (12 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
good
Climate in Seeduwa →

Gampaha

In November Gampaha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
210 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
363 mm (14 in)
329 mm (13 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
10 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
good
Climate in Gampaha →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Gampaha 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 Gampaha District in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Negombo 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 294 mm (12 in)
Katunayaka 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 304 mm (12 in)
Ja-Ela 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 318 mm (13 in)
Seeduwa 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 310 mm (12 in)
Gampaha 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 329 mm (13 in)
Uswetakeiyawa 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 323 mm (13 in)

Gampaha District weather in November: frequently asked questions

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

Expect less favorable weather across Gampaha District, Sri Lanka in November. The popular destination of Negombo averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

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

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

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

Rainfall in Gampaha District, Sri Lanka peaks during November. Negombo averages roughly 294 mm (12 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

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

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Negombo, November may not be the ideal time to visit Gampaha District, Sri Lanka.

Generally speaking, January and February provide good weather in Negombo. The weather in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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