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Yala weather in October (Hambantota District, Sri Lanka)

What weather conditions can you expect in Yala this October? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

The month of October in Yala typically includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 31°C. At night, it falls to around 25°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.

Precipitation

Yala in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 151 mm for the month. You can typically expect 12 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 195 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While November tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Yala climate page with graphs.

 

Yala, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 151 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
SunshineSunshine 195 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Yala National Park, Sri Lanka (11 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in October

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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