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Horton Plains National Park in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Horton Plains National Park 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 Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka.

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Check your ideal travel criteria and see if the month of October suits your plans to go to Horton Plains National Park.
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Horton Plains National Park in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Horton Plains National Park in October in summary
Very bad weather
Min 21°C Max 26°C 744 mm 23 day(s) 88% 48% UV 5 10.1 h/day
Activities not recommended in October
Hiking and trekkingAnimal observationNature and landscapes
Practical guidelines
Low crowds 05:53 17:52
Hourly weather

Average weather in Horton Plains National Park in October 2026

Very bad weather

The weather in Horton Plains National Park 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 Horton Plains National Park in October

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

Temperatures and rain in Horton Plains National Park 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 Horton Plains National Park in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Horton Plains National Park in October

Check the seasonal normals in Horton Plains National Park 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 24.5°C 23.8°C 22.9°C
Maximum temperature 27.0°C 26.3°C 25.1°C
Minimum temperature 22.0°C 21.3°C 20.6°C
Record maximum temperature 32.0°C
(2014)
31.0°C
(2012)
31.0°C
(2021)
Record low temperature 13.0°C
(2021)
13.0°C
(2021)
11.0°C
(2021)
Number of days at +30° 3 day(s)
(10%)
2 day(s)
(6%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
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%)
Wind
Wind speed 10 km/h 7 km/h 6 km/h
Wind temperature 21.9°C 21.3°C 20.7°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 367.6 mm 743.5 mm 662.8 mm
Number of days with precipitation 26 day(s)
(87%)
27 day(s)
(87%)
28 day(s)
(93%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 17 day(s)
(57%)
23 day(s)
(73%)
23 day(s)
(75%)
Record precipitation in one day 114.3 mm
(2010)
156.8 mm
(2010)
182.5 mm
(2012)
Other weather data
Humidity 82% 88% 91%
Visibility 8.4 km 7.5 km 7.3 km
Cloud cover 43% 48% 57%
UV index 6 5 5
Daily sunshine 12h 10h 9h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h57 05h53 05h57
Sunset time 18h06 17h52 17h46
Day length 12h09 11h59 11h49
Our opinion on the climate in October
The review of Where And When fair weather very bad weather very bad weather
Activities and events

What to do in Horton Plains National Park in October?

Activities not recommended in October
Hiking and trekkingAnimal observationNature and landscapes
Observed weather

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

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
13°C24°C0.0 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
15°C27°C0.0 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
14°C25°C1.6 mm
4
Moderate or heavy rain shower
20°C28°C14.1 mm
5
Moderate or heavy rain shower
14°C22°C7.4 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
15°C25°C1.8 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
14°C25°C5.3 mm
8
Light rain shower
14°C21°C7.9 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
13°C22°C2.0 mm
10
Patchy rain nearby
13°C26°C2.7 mm
11
Light rain shower
14°C19°C3.1 mm
12
Light rain shower
14°C22°C3.3 mm
13
Light rain shower
15°C20°C10.1 mm
14
Light rain shower
15°C22°C4.5 mm
15
Light rain shower
14°C20°C3.9 mm
16
Light rain shower
15°C22°C3.6 mm
17
Light rain shower
15°C20°C7.3 mm
18
Light rain shower
14°C22°C10.0 mm
19
Light rain shower
15°C21°C7.0 mm
20
Light rain shower
14°C22°C6.0 mm
21
Light rain shower
14°C20°C2.5 mm
22
Light rain shower
14°C22°C1.0 mm
23
Light rain shower
14°C22°C0.6 mm
24
Light rain shower
13°C20°C2.4 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
13°C19°C0.4 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
13°C20°C0.0 mm
27
Light rain shower
13°C18°C1.2 mm
28
Clear/Sunny
14°C21°C0.3 mm
29
Clear/Sunny
13°C22°C0.0 mm
30
Clear/Sunny
13°C24°C0.0 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
13°C26°C0.1 mm
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Where to go near Horton Plains National Park in October?

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Frequently asked questions

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

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

Not really. The weather conditions are unfavorable in Horton Plains National Park in October, which places this month 11th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 26°C during the day and 21°C at night, with about 744 mm of precipitation spread over 23 rainy days.

Expect about 10.1 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No: this month is in Low crowds, with a visitor index of 22/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Horton Plains National Park are: January and February. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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