Jaffna District Weather in November

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

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Jaffna

Considering a trip to Jaffna 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 Jaffna District in November

Jaffna District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. November in Jaffna 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 26°C (79°F) in Jaffna. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

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

Precipitation

November is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 313 mm (12 in) in Jaffna. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Jaffna.

Explore Jaffna District by month

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

January28°C (82°F) February29°C (84°F) March31°C (88°F) April32°C (90°F) May32°C (90°F) This monthJune31°C (88°F) July31°C (88°F) August31°C (88°F) September31°C (88°F) October30°C (86°F) November29°C (84°F) December28°C (82°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Jaffna District in November

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
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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 Jaffna District

What is the weather like in November for the most popular destinonation in Jaffna District, Sri Lanka?

Jaffna

In November Jaffna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
215 mm (8.5 in)
313 mm (12 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 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 Jaffna 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.

Jaffna District weather in November: frequently asked questions

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

In November, Jaffna District, Sri Lanka generally has poor weather conditions. Jaffna sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 26°C (79°F).

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

In Jaffna, the average daytime high in November is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 26°C (79°F).

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

Yes. November brings heavy rainfall to Jaffna District, Sri Lanka, with Jaffna averaging around 313 mm (12 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

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

Generally speaking, January and February provide perfect weather in Jaffna. The weather in October and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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