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Hikkaduwa in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Hikkaduwa 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 Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka.

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Hikkaduwa in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Hikkaduwa in October in summary
Fair weather
Min 27°C Max 29°C 394 mm 19 day(s) 81% 45% 30°C UV 6 10.5 h/day
Best activities in October
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Low crowds 05:56 17:55
Hourly weather

Average weather in Hikkaduwa in October 2026

Fair weather

The weather in Hikkaduwa 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 Hikkaduwa in October

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

Temperatures and rain in Hikkaduwa 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

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Hikkaduwa in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Hikkaduwa in October

Check the seasonal normals in Hikkaduwa 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 27.6°C 27.9°C 28.0°C
Maximum temperature 28.5°C 29.0°C 29.2°C
Minimum temperature 26.7°C 26.9°C 26.7°C
Record maximum temperature 30.0°C
(2012)
32.0°C
(2011)
32.0°C
(2011)
Record low temperature 24.0°C
(2009)
25.0°C
(2009)
24.0°C
(2020)
Number of days at +30° 2 day(s)
(7%)
9 day(s)
(29%)
13 day(s)
(43%)
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 28.7°C 28.7°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 27.2°C 27.5°C 27.6°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 29.1°C 29.9°C 30.0°C
Wind
Wind speed 21 km/h 19 km/h 14 km/h
Wind temperature 26.7°C 26.9°C 26.7°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 491.6 mm 394.1 mm 364.0 mm
Number of days with precipitation 27 day(s)
(90%)
29 day(s)
(94%)
27 day(s)
(90%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 20 day(s)
(67%)
19 day(s)
(63%)
19 day(s)
(64%)
Record precipitation in one day 111.6 mm
(2011)
77.9 mm
(2016)
99.9 mm
(2020)
Other weather data
Humidity 82% 81% 81%
Visibility 8.7 km 8.9 km 9.0 km
Cloud cover 51% 45% 43%
UV index 6 6 6
Daily sunshine 11h 11h 9h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h00 05h56 05h59
Sunset time 18h09 17h55 17h50
Day length 12h09 11h59 11h51
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 Hikkaduwa in October?

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

What was the weather like in Hikkaduwa in October last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C1.5 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
27°C29°C0.2 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
27°C29°C0.1 mm
4
Thundery outbreaks in nearby
27°C29°C1.1 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
26°C27°C1.2 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C0.7 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C2.4 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C1.8 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
27°C29°C0.5 mm
10
Patchy rain nearby
27°C28°C2.5 mm
11
Light rain shower
26°C28°C7.5 mm
12
Light rain shower
26°C28°C6.1 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
26°C28°C1.8 mm
14
Light rain shower
26°C28°C6.0 mm
15
Light rain shower
26°C27°C6.7 mm
16
Light rain shower
26°C27°C7.3 mm
17
Light rain shower
26°C28°C2.4 mm
18
Partly Cloudy
26°C28°C3.2 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C4.8 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C2.9 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
24°C26°C16.2 mm
22
Light rain shower
25°C27°C8.9 mm
23
Light rain shower
26°C27°C11.2 mm
24
Light rain shower
27°C28°C5.8 mm
25
Light rain shower
26°C27°C6.7 mm
26
Partly Cloudy
26°C29°C1.5 mm
27
Light rain shower
27°C28°C5.0 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C3.0 mm
29
Clear/Sunny
26°C29°C0.2 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C0.0 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
26°C30°C0.0 mm
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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Hikkaduwa 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 Hikkaduwa in October, which ranks this month 6th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 29°C during the day and 27°C at night, with about 394 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 10.5 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 Low crowds, with a visitor index of 16/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

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