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Horton Plains National Park in February 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Horton Plains National Park in February 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether February is a good month to travel to Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka.

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Horton Plains National Park in February 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Page summary

Horton Plains National Park in February in summary
Favourable weather
Min 21°C Max 26°C 245 mm 11 day(s) 82% 42% UV 5 10.2 h/day
Best activities in February
Hiking and trekkingAnimal observationNature and landscapes
Practical guidelines
High crowding 06:23 18:18
Hourly weather

Average weather in Horton Plains National Park in February 2027

Favourable weather

The weather in Horton Plains National Park in February 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in February. This allows you to forecast the weather in February 2027. 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 Horton Plains National Park in February

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Horton Plains National Park in February.

Temperatures and rain in Horton Plains National Park in February

Average daily weather

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

Monthly temperatures

The month of February 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 Horton Plains National Park in February

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Horton Plains National Park in February

Check the seasonal normals in Horton Plains National Park in February 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
February
Weather data January February March
Outside temperature
Average temperature 22.5°C 23.5°C 24.8°C
Maximum temperature 25.0°C 26.4°C 27.7°C
Minimum temperature 19.9°C 20.6°C 22.0°C
Record maximum temperature 30.0°C
(2016)
32.0°C
(2016)
33.0°C
(2009)
Record low temperature 11.0°C
(2021)
11.0°C
(2020)
12.0°C
(2021)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
3 day(s)
(10%)
7 day(s)
(23%)
Number of days at +18° 31 day(s)
(100%)
28 day(s)
(97%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Wind
Wind speed 7 km/h 7 km/h 6 km/h
Wind temperature 19.9°C 20.6°C 22.0°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 223.9 mm 245.1 mm 292.5 mm
Number of days with precipitation 20 day(s)
(65%)
17 day(s)
(59%)
21 day(s)
(68%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 11 day(s)
(34%)
11 day(s)
(38%)
13 day(s)
(41%)
Record precipitation in one day 93.2 mm
(2021)
113.7 mm
(2012)
153.0 mm
(2010)
Other weather data
Humidity 85% 82% 78%
Visibility 7.2 km 7.4 km 7.5 km
Cloud cover 48% 42% 38%
UV index 5 5 6
Daily sunshine 10h 10h 10h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h23 06h23 06h13
Sunset time 18h09 18h18 18h18
Day length 11h46 11h55 12h05
Our opinion on the climate in February
The review of Where And When favourable weather favourable weather fair weather
Activities and events

What to do in Horton Plains National Park in February?

Best activities in February
Hiking and trekkingAnimal observationNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Horton Plains National Park in February last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Horton Plains National Park in February 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
11°C23°C0.4 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
10°C20°C0.0 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
11°C20°C0.0 mm
4
Clear/Sunny
10°C20°C0.0 mm
5
Clear/Sunny
10°C20°C0.0 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
9°C21°C0.0 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
10°C20°C0.1 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
9°C19°C0.0 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
9°C19°C0.0 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
9°C19°C0.0 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
11°C21°C0.1 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
12°C20°C0.2 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
10°C21°C0.0 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
9°C21°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
10°C21°C0.1 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
11°C21°C0.0 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
11°C22°C0.4 mm
18
Patchy light rain
12°C20°C1.2 mm
19
Clear/Sunny
11°C22°C0.1 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
10°C24°C0.0 mm
21
Clear/Sunny
10°C21°C0.0 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
10°C21°C0.0 mm
23
Clear/Sunny
10°C22°C0.0 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
10°C21°C0.1 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
12°C20°C2.0 mm
26
Light rain shower
13°C19°C3.4 mm
27
Light rain shower
14°C19°C7.8 mm
28
Light rain shower
13°C19°C5.9 mm
Nearby

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Horton Plains National Park in February: your frequently asked questions

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

Yes, it’s a good time. Conditions are favorable in Horton Plains National Park in February, which places this month 2th out of 12.

Expect an average of 26°C during the day and 21°C at night, with about 245 mm of precipitation spread over 11 rainy days.

Expect about 10.2 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Hiking and trekking, Animal observation and Nature and landscapes. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in High crowding, with an index of 56/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

The most favorable months in Horton Plains National Park are: January and February. You are therefore already in one of the best times of the year; shifting your plans would not gain you much in terms of weather.
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