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Jaffna in September 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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

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Jaffna in September 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Jaffna in September in summary
Favourable weather
Min 28°C Max 29°C 158 mm 9 day(s) 80% 32% 30°C UV 6 11.9 h/day
Possible activities in September
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds Very low price 06:00 18:10
Hourly weather

Average weather in Jaffna in September 2026

Favourable weather

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

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

Temperatures and rain in Jaffna in September

Average daily weather

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

Monthly temperatures

The month of September 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 September

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Jaffna in September

Check the seasonal normals in Jaffna in September 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
September
Weather data August September October
Outside temperature
Average temperature 28.3°C 28.4°C 28.5°C
Maximum temperature 28.8°C 28.9°C 29.1°C
Minimum temperature 27.9°C 27.9°C 27.9°C
Record maximum temperature 31.0°C
(2015)
33.0°C
(2021)
32.0°C
(2021)
Record low temperature 21.0°C
(2021)
22.0°C
(2020)
24.0°C
(2020)
Number of days at +30° 4 day(s)
(13%)
4 day(s)
(13%)
7 day(s)
(23%)
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) 28.8°C 29.1°C 29.2°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 27.5°C 28.3°C 28.4°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 30.2°C 29.7°C 30.3°C
Wind
Wind speed 30 km/h 30 km/h 22 km/h
Wind temperature 28.2°C 28.1°C 28.1°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 100.9 mm 158.5 mm 380.9 mm
Number of days with precipitation 19 day(s)
(61%)
19 day(s)
(63%)
25 day(s)
(81%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 5 day(s)
(17%)
9 day(s)
(28%)
17 day(s)
(54%)
Record precipitation in one day 63.5 mm
(2010)
152.9 mm
(2009)
103.4 mm
(2019)
Other weather data
Humidity 79% 80% 78%
Visibility 9.7 km 9.5 km 9.0 km
Cloud cover 32% 32% 33%
UV index 6 6 6
Daily sunshine 11h 12h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h01 06h00 05h58
Sunset time 18h27 18h10 17h53
Day length 12h26 12h10 11h55
Our opinion on the climate in September
The review of Where And When favourable weather favourable weather fair weather
Activities and events

What to do in Jaffna in September?

Possible activities in September
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Jaffna in September last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
28°C29°C0.2 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
28°C29°C0.0 mm
3
Partly Cloudy
27°C28°C0.3 mm
4
Clear/Sunny
28°C29°C0.0 mm
5
Partly Cloudy
28°C29°C0.0 mm
6
Partly Cloudy
28°C29°C0.0 mm
7
Light rain shower
27°C30°C0.9 mm
8
Light rain shower
27°C29°C1.3 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
27°C29°C0.9 mm
10
Partly Cloudy
27°C28°C0.2 mm
11
Partly Cloudy
28°C29°C0.0 mm
12
Partly Cloudy
28°C29°C1.8 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
27°C29°C2.0 mm
14
Patchy light drizzle
27°C29°C0.2 mm
15
Cloudy
28°C29°C0.0 mm
16
Partly Cloudy
28°C29°C0.7 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
28°C29°C0.2 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
28°C29°C2.6 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
27°C28°C3.6 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
28°C29°C0.2 mm
21
Thundery outbreaks in nearby
27°C28°C1.3 mm
22
Thundery outbreaks in nearby
27°C28°C0.5 mm
23
Partly Cloudy
28°C29°C2.1 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
28°C29°C1.1 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
28°C29°C1.2 mm
26
Partly Cloudy
27°C28°C1.5 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
28°C29°C0.2 mm
28
Clear/Sunny
28°C29°C0.5 mm
29
Clear/Sunny
28°C29°C0.3 mm
30
Clear/Sunny
28°C29°C0.0 mm
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Where to go near Jaffna in September?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Jaffna in September: 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 Jaffna in September, which places this month 9th out of 12.

Expect an average of 29°C during the day and 28°C at night, with about 158 mm of precipitation spread over 9 rainy days.

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

Expect about 11.9 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No activity stands out as ideal this month, but conditions remain acceptable for Beach and swimming, Cultural visits and heritage, Nature and landscapes and Boat trip and cruise.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in Moderate crowds, with an index of 43/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

No: rates are at level Very low price, with a price index of 10/100. It’s one of the most budget-friendly months.

The most favorable months in Jaffna are: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September. 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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