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Bentota in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Bentota in October 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether October is a good month to travel to Bentota, Sri Lanka.

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Is it worth visiting Bentota in October?

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Bentota in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Page summary

Bentota in October in summary
Fair weather
Min 27°C Max 30°C 383 mm 19 day(s) 81% 48% 30°C UV 6 10.3 h/day
Best activities in October
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesGastronomyWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 05:56 17:55
Hourly weather

Average weather in Bentota in October 2026

Fair weather

The weather in Bentota in October 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in October. This allows you to forecast the weather in October 2026. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Bentota in October

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Bentota in October.

Temperatures and rain in Bentota in October

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in October.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of October is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Bentota in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Bentota in October

Check the seasonal normals in Bentota in October and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
October
Weather data September October November
Outside temperature
Average temperature 28.1°C 28.6°C 28.7°C
Maximum temperature 29.1°C 29.8°C 30.2°C
Minimum temperature 27.2°C 27.4°C 27.2°C
Record maximum temperature 32.0°C
(2017)
33.0°C
(2009)
33.0°C
(2015)
Record low temperature 25.0°C
(2009)
24.0°C
(2019)
24.0°C
(2018)
Number of days at +30° 12 day(s)
(40%)
20 day(s)
(65%)
23 day(s)
(77%)
Number of days at +18° 30 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
30 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 27.9°C 28.5°C 28.9°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 26.7°C 27.4°C 27.7°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 29.0°C 30.1°C 30.1°C
Wind
Wind speed 19 km/h 17 km/h 14 km/h
Wind temperature 27.2°C 27.5°C 27.2°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 475.5 mm 382.6 mm 300.3 mm
Number of days with precipitation 28 day(s)
(93%)
28 day(s)
(90%)
26 day(s)
(87%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 20 day(s)
(66%)
19 day(s)
(60%)
16 day(s)
(54%)
Record precipitation in one day 88.7 mm
(2011)
102.2 mm
(2010)
93.7 mm
(2009)
Other weather data
Humidity 82% 81% 82%
Visibility 8.7 km 9.0 km 9.2 km
Cloud cover 54% 48% 42%
UV index 6 6 6
Daily sunshine 11h 10h 9h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h01 05h56 06h00
Sunset time 18h10 17h55 17h50
Day length 12h09 11h59 11h50
Our opinion on the climate in October
The review of Where And When adverse weather fair weather fair weather
Activities and events

What to do in Bentota in October?

Best activities in October
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesGastronomyWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Bentota in October last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Bentota in October 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C1.7 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
27°C29°C0.5 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
26°C30°C0.8 mm
4
Patchy light rain in area with thunder
27°C29°C6.1 mm
5
Light rain shower
26°C29°C5.4 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C0.3 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C1.7 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C0.3 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C1.7 mm
10
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C1.6 mm
11
Light rain shower
26°C28°C9.1 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
26°C28°C4.5 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C2.8 mm
14
Light rain shower
26°C29°C2.2 mm
15
Light rain shower
26°C28°C5.9 mm
16
Light rain shower
25°C28°C3.9 mm
17
Light rain shower
27°C28°C7.5 mm
18
Partly Cloudy
24°C28°C4.5 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C4.9 mm
20
Patchy light rain
25°C28°C3.6 mm
21
Light rain
23°C25°C12.0 mm
22
Light rain shower
25°C27°C7.8 mm
23
Light rain shower
25°C27°C14.8 mm
24
Light rain shower
26°C28°C11.0 mm
25
Light rain shower
25°C28°C8.9 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C3.7 mm
27
Light rain shower
26°C28°C6.1 mm
28
Patchy light rain
26°C28°C5.3 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C0.2 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C0.3 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
26°C30°C0.1 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Bentota in October?

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Best time to visit Bentota month by month

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Bentota in October: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

It's an average period, nothing special. Conditions are mediocre in Bentota in October, which ranks this month 6th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 30°C during the day and 27°C at night, with about 383 mm of precipitation spread over 19 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 29°C on average in October, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 10.3 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Beach and swimming, Animal observation, Diving and snorkeling and Watersports. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 26/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Bentota are: January, February, March and December. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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