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Kandy in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Kandy 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 Kandy, Sri Lanka.

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Kandy in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Kandy in October in summary
Very bad weather
Min 24°C Max 30°C 505 mm 19 day(s) 83% 38% UV 6 10.6 h/day
Possible activities in October
Gastronomy
Practical guidelines
Low crowds 05:54 17:52
Hourly weather

Average weather in Kandy in October 2026

Very bad weather

The weather in Kandy 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 Kandy in October

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

Temperatures and rain in Kandy 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

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Kandy in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Kandy in October

Check the seasonal normals in Kandy 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 27.2°C 27.0°C 26.2°C
Maximum temperature 29.7°C 29.6°C 28.6°C
Minimum temperature 24.7°C 24.5°C 23.8°C
Record maximum temperature 34.0°C
(2014)
34.0°C
(2012)
32.0°C
(2013)
Record low temperature 19.0°C
(2021)
19.0°C
(2021)
18.0°C
(2021)
Number of days at +30° 19 day(s)
(63%)
18 day(s)
(58%)
10 day(s)
(33%)
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 16 km/h 11 km/h 8 km/h
Wind temperature 24.7°C 24.5°C 23.8°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 232.9 mm 505.1 mm 458.7 mm
Number of days with precipitation 24 day(s)
(80%)
27 day(s)
(87%)
27 day(s)
(90%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 12 day(s)
(40%)
19 day(s)
(63%)
20 day(s)
(66%)
Record precipitation in one day 91.1 mm
(2010)
108.1 mm
(2010)
114.9 mm
(2012)
Other weather data
Humidity 77% 83% 87%
Visibility 9.2 km 8.4 km 7.8 km
Cloud cover 35% 38% 46%
UV index 7 6 6
Daily sunshine 12h 11h 9h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h58 05h54 05h58
Sunset time 18h07 17h52 17h46
Day length 12h09 11h58 11h48
Our opinion on the climate in October
The review of Where And When favourable weather very bad weather adverse weather
Activities and events

What to do in Kandy in October?

Possible activities in October
Gastronomy
Activities not recommended in October
Hiking and trekkingCultural visits and heritageAnimal observationNature and landscapesWell-being
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Kandy in October last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
21°C29°C0.0 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
20°C30°C0.0 mm
3
Partly Cloudy
22°C32°C1.5 mm
4
Light rain shower
22°C30°C15.9 mm
5
Light rain shower
21°C27°C4.6 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
20°C29°C0.6 mm
7
Light rain shower
20°C29°C2.0 mm
8
Light rain shower
20°C27°C5.8 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
20°C28°C0.6 mm
10
Patchy light drizzle
20°C30°C1.0 mm
11
Light rain shower
20°C29°C0.4 mm
12
Light rain shower
20°C29°C2.1 mm
13
Light rain shower
21°C28°C3.3 mm
14
Light rain shower
21°C28°C3.3 mm
15
Light rain shower
21°C29°C3.5 mm
16
Light rain shower
22°C27°C6.2 mm
17
Light rain shower
21°C27°C7.1 mm
18
Light rain shower
20°C27°C4.4 mm
19
Light rain shower
21°C26°C4.9 mm
20
Light rain shower
21°C27°C4.5 mm
21
Light drizzle
21°C22°C4.1 mm
22
Light rain shower
19°C24°C1.5 mm
23
Light rain shower
20°C27°C0.5 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
20°C24°C3.1 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
19°C24°C0.7 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
20°C26°C0.6 mm
27
Light rain shower
21°C25°C3.4 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
21°C28°C1.2 mm
29
Partly Cloudy
21°C29°C0.0 mm
30
Partly Cloudy
20°C30°C0.0 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
20°C31°C0.0 mm
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Where to go near Kandy in October?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Kandy 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 Kandy in October, which places this month 12th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 30°C during the day and 24°C at night, with about 505 mm of precipitation spread over 19 rainy days.

Expect about 10.6 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No activity stands out as ideal this month, but conditions remain acceptable for Gastronomy.

No: this month is in Low crowds, with a visitor index of 18/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

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