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Jaffna in November 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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

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Jaffna in November 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Jaffna in November in summary
Fair weather
Min 27°C Max 28°C 456 mm 17 day(s) 79% 44% 30°C UV 6 7.8 h/day
Activities not recommended in November
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds Moderate prices 06:04 17:45
Hourly weather

Average weather in Jaffna in November 2026

Fair weather

The weather in Jaffna in November 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in November. This allows you to forecast the weather in November 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 Jaffna in November

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Jaffna in November.

Temperatures and rain in Jaffna in November

Average daily weather

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

Monthly temperatures

The month of November 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 Jaffna in November

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Jaffna in November

Check the seasonal normals in Jaffna in November 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
November
Weather data October November December
Outside temperature
Average temperature 28.5°C 27.8°C 27.0°C
Maximum temperature 29.1°C 28.4°C 27.6°C
Minimum temperature 27.9°C 27.2°C 26.3°C
Record maximum temperature 32.0°C
(2021)
30.0°C
(2014)
32.0°C
(2021)
Record low temperature 24.0°C
(2020)
21.0°C
(2020)
21.0°C
(2020)
Number of days at +30° 7 day(s)
(23%)
1 day(s)
(3%)
1 day(s)
(3%)
Number of days at +18° 31 day(s)
(100%)
30 day(s)
(100%)
31 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) 29.2°C 28.3°C 27.1°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 28.4°C 26.8°C 25.6°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 30.3°C 30.0°C 28.9°C
Wind
Wind speed 22 km/h 23 km/h 26 km/h
Wind temperature 28.1°C 27.4°C 26.5°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 380.9 mm 455.5 mm 299.1 mm
Number of days with precipitation 25 day(s)
(81%)
24 day(s)
(80%)
21 day(s)
(68%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 17 day(s)
(54%)
17 day(s)
(56%)
11 day(s)
(37%)
Record precipitation in one day 103.4 mm
(2019)
384.3 mm
(2020)
138.6 mm
(2010)
Other weather data
Humidity 78% 79% 79%
Visibility 9.0 km 8.9 km 9.3 km
Cloud cover 33% 44% 46%
UV index 6 6 6
Daily sunshine 11h 8h 8h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h58 06h04 06h18
Sunset time 17h53 17h45 17h52
Day length 11h55 11h41 11h34
Our opinion on the climate in November
The review of Where And When fair weather fair weather fair weather
Activities and events

What to do in Jaffna in November?

Activities not recommended in November
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Jaffna in November last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
27°C29°C0.1 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
27°C29°C0.7 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
28°C29°C0.7 mm
4
Light rain shower
28°C29°C5.0 mm
5
Light rain shower
27°C29°C4.0 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
27°C29°C4.4 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C6.8 mm
8
Light rain shower
26°C29°C1.1 mm
9
Partly Cloudy
27°C29°C0.0 mm
10
Patchy rain nearby
27°C28°C0.3 mm
11
Cloudy
27°C29°C0.2 mm
12
Light rain shower
26°C28°C3.9 mm
13
Light rain shower
26°C27°C13.5 mm
14
Cloudy
27°C28°C3.5 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
27°C28°C1.5 mm
16
Light rain shower
26°C27°C6.8 mm
17
Heavy rain
24°C26°C48.2 mm
18
Light rain shower
26°C28°C8.4 mm
19
Clear/Sunny
26°C28°C4.8 mm
20
Light rain shower
26°C27°C8.4 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
26°C28°C2.4 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
26°C28°C2.7 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
25°C28°C9.9 mm
24
Patchy light drizzle
25°C26°C13.0 mm
25
Light rain shower
25°C26°C7.4 mm
26
Light rain shower
26°C27°C1.9 mm
27
Light rain
25°C26°C13.0 mm
28
Moderate rain
25°C25°C62.4 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
24°C25°C0.8 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
26°C28°C1.4 mm
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Where to go near Jaffna in November?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Jaffna in November: 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 Jaffna in November, which ranks this month 11th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 28°C during the day and 27°C at night, with about 456 mm of precipitation spread over 17 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 28°C on average in November, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 7.8 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 34/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

Prices are average: level Moderate prices, with an index of 43/100, including flights and accommodation.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Jaffna are: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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