Mirissa

Matara District Weather in November

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

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Mirissa Weligama Matara Deniyaya

Considering a trip to Matara 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 Matara District in November

Matara District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. November in Matara District generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Mirissa. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

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

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Mirissa with an average of 283 mm (11 in) to heavy rainfall in Deniyaya with 428 mm (17 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Mirissa.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Mirissa enjoys about 210 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Matara District by month

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

January30°C (86°F) February31°C (88°F) March31°C (88°F) April31°C (88°F) May30°C (86°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October30°C (86°F) November30°C (86°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Matara District in November

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

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

Temperature range in Matara District (November)

Precipitation variation in Matara District (November)

Mirissa

In November Mirissa 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.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
210 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
260 mm (10 in)
283 mm (11 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Mirissa →

Weligama

In November Weligama 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.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
210 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
264 mm (10 in)
284 mm (11 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Weligama →

Matara

In November Matara 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.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
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
200 hours
210 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
252 mm (9.9 in)
290 mm (11 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Matara →

Deniyaya

In November Deniyaya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
211 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
341 mm (13 in)
428 mm (17 in)
296 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Deniyaya →

Dikwella South

In November Dikwella South 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.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
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
195 hours
191 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
233 mm (9.2 in)
286 mm (11 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Dikwella South →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mirissa 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 283 mm (11 in)
Weligama 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 284 mm (11 in)
Matara 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 290 mm (11 in)
Deniyaya 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 428 mm (17 in)
Dikwella South 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 286 mm (11 in)
Talalla South 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 287 mm (11 in)

Matara District weather in November: frequently asked questions

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

In November, Matara District, Sri Lanka generally has poor weather conditions. Mirissa sees daytime temperatures near 30°C (86°F), with nights cooling to roughly 25°C (77°F).

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

In Mirissa, the average daytime high in November is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

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

Yes. November brings heavy rainfall to Matara District, Sri Lanka, with Mirissa averaging around 283 mm (11 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

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

Generally speaking, July and August provide pleasant weather in Mirissa. The weather in April, May, June, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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