Hambantota District Weather in October

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

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Tissamaharama Tangalle Kataragama Kirinda

Are you planning a trip a to Hambantota District, Sri Lanka in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Hambantota District in October

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

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Tangalle at 30°C (86°F) to very warm in Kataragama at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Kataragama and 25°C (77°F) in Tangalle. 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.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Yala with an average of 151 mm (5.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Tangalle with 213 mm (8.4 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Tangalle sees close to 195 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Hambantota District in October

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

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

Temperature range in Hambantota District (October)

Precipitation variation in Hambantota District (October)

Tangalle

In October Tangalle 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.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
195 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
150 mm (5.9 in)
213 mm (8.4 in)
281 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Tangalle →

Tissamaharama

In October Tissamaharama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°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)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
195 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
273 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Tissamaharama →

Kataragama

In October Kataragama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
195 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
179 mm (7 in)
277 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
poor
Climate in Kataragama →

Kirinda

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

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
195 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
265 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Kirinda →

Yala

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

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
195 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
258 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Yala →

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

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tissamaharama 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 169 mm (6.7 in)
Tangalle 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 213 mm (8.4 in)
Kataragama 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 179 mm (7 in)
Kirinda 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Yala 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Palatupana 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 152 mm (6 in)

Hambantota District weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Hambantota District, Sri Lanka in October. The popular destination of Tangalle averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

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

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

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

Yes. October brings heavy rainfall to Hambantota District, Sri Lanka, with Tangalle averaging around 213 mm (8.4 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to Hambantota District, Sri Lanka with often poor weather in Tangalle.

On average, the best time to visit Hambantota District, Sri Lanka is in January, February and March with generally tolerable weather in Tangalle. On the other hand, the months of October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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