Nuwara Eliya

Horton Plains National Park Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka in November.

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Nuwara Eliya Ohiya

Planning a trip to Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka this November? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Horton Plains National Park in November

Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. November in Horton Plains National Park generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) in Nuwara Eliya.

To explore the conditions in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Nuwara Eliya with an average of 298 mm (12 in) to heavy rainfall in Ohiya with 377 mm (15 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Nuwara Eliya.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Nuwara Eliya gets around 125 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Horton Plains National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Horton Plains National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Nuwara Eliya)

January25°C (77°F) February26°C (79°F) March29°C (84°F) April29°C (84°F) May29°C (84°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August28°C (82°F) September28°C (82°F) October27°C (81°F) November26°C (79°F) December25°C (77°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Horton Plains National Park in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Horton Plains National Park.

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 Horton Plains National Park

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka?

Temperature range in Horton Plains National Park (November)

Precipitation variation in Horton Plains National Park (November)

Nuwara Eliya

In November Nuwara Eliya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
119 hours
125 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
292 mm (11 in)
298 mm (12 in)
229 mm (9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Nuwara Eliya →

Ohiya

In November Ohiya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
119 hours
125 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
338 mm (13 in)
377 mm (15 in)
269 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ohiya →

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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 Horton Plains National Park in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nuwara Eliya 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 298 mm (12 in)
Ohiya 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 377 mm (15 in)

Horton Plains National Park weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka in November?

Expect poor weather across Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka in November. The popular destination of Nuwara Eliya averages 26°C (79°F) by day and 19°C (66°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka in November?

Daytime temperatures in Nuwara Eliya peak at roughly 26°C (79°F) in November, dropping to about 19°C (66°F) overnight.

Does Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka get a lot of rain in November?

Yes. November brings heavy rainfall to Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka, with Nuwara Eliya averaging around 298 mm (12 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Nuwara Eliya, November may not be the ideal time to visit Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka.

On average, the best time to visit Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka is in March with generally perfect weather in Nuwara Eliya. The weather in October and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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