Jaffna District Weather in October

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

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Jaffna

Thinking about venturing to Jaffna District, Sri Lanka this October and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Jaffna District in October

Jaffna District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. October in Jaffna 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 27°C (81°F) in Jaffna. 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 learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Jaffna District, Sri Lanka, check out the map below.

Precipitation

October is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 215 mm (8.5 in) 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 October

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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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 October for the most popular destinonation in Jaffna District, Sri Lanka?

Jaffna

In October Jaffna generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
313 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
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Jaffna District weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

October in Jaffna District, Sri Lanka brings poor weather. In Jaffna, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 27°C (81°F).

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

In Jaffna, the average daytime high in October is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 27°C (81°F).

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

Yes. October brings heavy rainfall to Jaffna District, Sri Lanka, with Jaffna averaging around 215 mm (8.5 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Jaffna, October may not be the ideal time to visit Jaffna District, Sri Lanka.

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

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