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Matara District Weather in October

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

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Mirissa Weligama Matara Deniyaya

Planning a journey to Matara District, Sri Lanka this October and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Matara District in October

Matara District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. October 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. 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 learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Matara District, Sri Lanka, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Dikwella South with an average of 233 mm (9.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Deniyaya with 341 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Mirissa enjoys about 200 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Matara District in October

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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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Matara District, Sri Lanka?

Temperature range in Matara District (October)

Precipitation variation in Matara District (October)

Mirissa

In October 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.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°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
180 hours
200 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
225 mm (8.9 in)
260 mm (10 in)
283 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Mirissa →

Weligama

In October 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.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°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
180 hours
200 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
230 mm (9.1 in)
264 mm (10 in)
284 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Weligama →

Matara

In October 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.

« 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)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
200 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
209 mm (8.2 in)
252 mm (9.9 in)
290 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Matara →

Deniyaya

In October 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.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
202 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
231 mm (9.1 in)
341 mm (13 in)
428 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Deniyaya →

Dikwella South

In October 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.

« 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)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
195 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
181 mm (7.1 in)
233 mm (9.2 in)
286 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Dikwella South →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mirissa 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 260 mm (10 in)
Weligama 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 264 mm (10 in)
Matara 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 252 mm (9.9 in)
Deniyaya 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 341 mm (13 in)
Dikwella South 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 233 mm (9.2 in)
Talalla South 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 242 mm (9.5 in)

Matara District weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

October in Matara District, Sri Lanka brings poor weather. In Mirissa, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

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

In Mirissa, the average daytime high in October 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 October?

Rainfall in Matara District, Sri Lanka peaks during October. Mirissa averages roughly 260 mm (10 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

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

In our opinion, October may not be the ideal time to visit Matara District, Sri Lanka due to the typically poor weather in Mirissa.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Mirissa. On the other hand, the weather in April, May, June, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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