Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya District Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka in September.

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Nuwara Eliya Hatton Nallathanniya Ginigathena

Considering a trip to Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka this September and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Nuwara Eliya District in September

Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. September in Nuwara Eliya District generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) in Nuwara Eliya.

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

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Nuwara Eliya with an average of 166 mm (6.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Ginigathena with 262 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during September. Nuwara Eliya experiences about 87 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Nuwara Eliya District by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nuwara Eliya District - 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 Nuwara Eliya District in September

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

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka?

Temperature range in Nuwara Eliya District (September)

Precipitation variation in Nuwara Eliya District (September)

Nuwara Eliya

In September Nuwara Eliya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
75 hours
87 hours
119 hours
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
292 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
less favorable
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Hatton

In September Hatton generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
190 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
218 mm (8.6 in)
252 mm (9.9 in)
454 mm (18 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
less favorable
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Nallathanniya

In September Nallathanniya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
190 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
234 mm (9.2 in)
261 mm (10 in)
495 mm (19 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
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Ginigathena

In September Ginigathena generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
190 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
243 mm (9.6 in)
262 mm (10 in)
505 mm (20 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
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Ramboda

In September Ramboda 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 mixed that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
75 hours
87 hours
119 hours
Monthly rainfall
187 mm (7.4 in)
228 mm (9 in)
376 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
good
mixed
less favorable
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Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Nuwara Eliya District in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nuwara Eliya 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Hatton 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 252 mm (9.9 in)
Nallathanniya 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 261 mm (10 in)
Ginigathena 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 262 mm (10 in)
Ramboda 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 228 mm (9 in)
Maskeliya 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 255 mm (10 in)

Nuwara Eliya District weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka in September?

In September, Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka generally has very good weather conditions. Nuwara Eliya sees daytime temperatures near 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to roughly 20°C (68°F).

What is the average temperature in Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka in September?

In Nuwara Eliya, the average daytime high in September is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 20°C (68°F).

Does Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka get a lot of rain in September?

Yes. September brings heavy rainfall to Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka, with Nuwara Eliya averaging around 166 mm (6.5 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka?

Given the typically very good weather conditions in Nuwara Eliya, September might be a good time to visit Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka is in March with generally excellent weather in Nuwara Eliya. On the other hand, the months of October and November tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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