Sri Lanka · AutumnMonth summary
Sri Lanka weather in October
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
23°C – 30°C
🌧 Rainy days
74% of days
☀️ Sunshine
9.8h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
February (7.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Sri Lanka in October?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Sri Lanka in October: 30°C and 9.8h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Sri Lanka in October by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in October
🎯 Cultural sites less crowded than peak season — more enjoyable visits Autumn in Sri Lanka is often underrated: 30°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. With 74% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. February (7.8/10) is significantly better if possible.
Browse by month
All months for Sri Lanka
Annual table
Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 21°C | 28°C | 56% | 4.9 | 10.1h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 22°C | 29°C | 45% | 2.6 | 10.8h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 22°C | 31°C | 43% | 2.6 | 11.1h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 24°C | 33°C | 58% | 4.0 | 11.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 25°C | 32°C | 50% | 5.4 | 10.9h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 25°C | 32°C | 26% | 0.8 | 11.0h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 25°C | 32°C | 33% | 1.1 | 11.0h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 24°C | 32°C | 39% | 1.6 | 11.0h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 24°C | 32°C | 49% | 2.7 | 11.0h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ October | 23°C | 30°C | 74% | 7.8 | 9.8h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ November | 22°C | 29°C | 84% | 11.9 | 8.0h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ December | 22°C | 28°C | 72% | 7.6 | 9.6h | 7.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In October, Sri Lanka averages 30°C, 74% rainy days and 9.8h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.0/10.
See methodology →
Comparison
October vs February (best month)
The best month is February (score 7.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -1°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -29%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Sri Lanka in October
Is October a good time to visit Sri Lanka?
October is an acceptable time for Sri Lanka (score 7.0/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider February (7.8/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Sri Lanka in October?
Yes, 74% of days see rain in October. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
Accommodation
Find a place to stay in Sri Lanka
Find places to stay in Sri Lanka in October
Search on Hotels.com
Activities & tours
Activities and tours in Sri Lanka
Guided tours, skip-the-line tickets and local experiences.
Browse activities on GetYourGuide
Flights
Find a flight to Sri Lanka
Compare flights from all airlines.
Search flights
←
Explore also
Similar destinations in October
Rio de Janeiro
Quy Nhon🌍 Top destinations
Other top destinations in October
Puerto Vallarta
Turks and Caicos
Trinidad
BanjulWeather rankings
Compare destinations by weather
Best in EuropeGuides & comparisons