Puttalam District Weather in September

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

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Kalpitiya Marawila Wayikkal Alankuda

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

What to Expect in Puttalam District in September

Puttalam District, Sri Lanka is a region in Sri Lanka. September in Puttalam District generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Kalpitiya. 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 Puttalam District, Sri Lanka, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ilavankulam with an average of 74 mm (2.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Wayikkal with 239 mm (9.4 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Puttalam District in September

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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 Puttalam District

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

Temperature range in Puttalam District (September)

Precipitation variation in Puttalam District (September)

Kalpitiya

In September Kalpitiya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
75 mm (3 in)
199 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
5 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kalpitiya →

Marawila

In September Marawila generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
189 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
168 mm (6.6 in)
219 mm (8.6 in)
323 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
11 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Marawila →

Wayikkal

In September Wayikkal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
189 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
192 mm (7.6 in)
239 mm (9.4 in)
335 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
12 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Wayikkal →

Alankuda

In September Alankuda generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
224 mm (8.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
6 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Alankuda →

Chilaw

In September Chilaw generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
302 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Chilaw →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Puttalam District, in Sri Lanka.

Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kalpitiya 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Marawila 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 219 mm (8.6 in)
Wayikkal 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 239 mm (9.4 in)
Alankuda 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Chilaw 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 188 mm (7.4 in)
Mudalaipali 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)

Puttalam District weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

In September, Puttalam District, Sri Lanka generally has tolerable weather conditions. Kalpitiya sees daytime temperatures near 30°C (86°F), with nights cooling to roughly 26°C (79°F).

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

Average temperatures in Puttalam District, Sri Lanka during September range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Kalpitiya.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Puttalam District, Sri Lanka during September, with Kalpitiya averaging close to 75 mm (3 in).

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

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly pleasant weather in Kalpitiya. On the other hand, the months of October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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