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Matara in November 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Matara 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 Matara, Sri Lanka.

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Matara in November 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Matara in November in summary
Favourable weather
Min 27°C Max 30°C 170 mm 12 day(s) 84% 43% 30°C UV 6 9.9 h/day
Best activities in November
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesGastronomyWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 05:57 17:48
Hourly weather

Average weather in Matara in November 2026

Favourable weather

The weather in Matara 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 Matara in November

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

Temperatures and rain in Matara 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 Matara in November

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Matara in November

Check the seasonal normals in Matara 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 28.4°C 28.2°C
Maximum temperature 29.9°C 30.1°C 30.2°C
Minimum temperature 27.1°C 26.6°C 26.2°C
Record maximum temperature 33.0°C
(2011)
34.0°C
(2016)
34.0°C
(2017)
Record low temperature 24.0°C
(2019)
23.0°C
(2021)
21.0°C
(2021)
Number of days at +30° 22 day(s)
(71%)
22 day(s)
(73%)
23 day(s)
(74%)
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) 28.5°C 28.9°C 28.2°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 27.6°C 27.4°C 26.9°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 29.5°C 30.0°C 29.1°C
Wind
Wind speed 18 km/h 13 km/h 13 km/h
Wind temperature 27.1°C 26.6°C 26.3°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 144.4 mm 170.2 mm 103.7 mm
Number of days with precipitation 25 day(s)
(81%)
25 day(s)
(83%)
20 day(s)
(65%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 10 day(s)
(33%)
12 day(s)
(38%)
6 day(s)
(21%)
Record precipitation in one day 32.8 mm
(2019)
87.6 mm
(2020)
50.0 mm
(2010)
Other weather data
Humidity 81% 84% 83%
Visibility 9.5 km 9.5 km 9.6 km
Cloud cover 44% 43% 37%
UV index 6 6 7
Daily sunshine 11h 10h 9h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h54 05h57 06h09
Sunset time 17h53 17h48 17h57
Day length 11h59 11h51 11h48
Our opinion on the climate in November
The review of Where And When favourable weather favourable weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Matara in November?

Best activities in November
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesGastronomyWell-beingBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Matara in November last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
25°C31°C0.0 mm
2
Partly Cloudy
26°C30°C0.5 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C0.0 mm
4
Partly Cloudy
26°C30°C0.3 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C0.3 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
25°C26°C4.1 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
25°C28°C1.0 mm
8
Light rain shower
25°C29°C6.3 mm
9
Light rain shower
24°C29°C5.2 mm
10
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C2.6 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
25°C28°C0.8 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C4.8 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
24°C28°C3.8 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C4.9 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
24°C30°C3.0 mm
16
Light rain shower
25°C28°C2.7 mm
17
Light rain shower
24°C28°C5.0 mm
18
Patchy light drizzle
24°C28°C5.9 mm
19
Partly Cloudy
23°C29°C0.3 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C0.6 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C5.3 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
24°C28°C13.6 mm
23
Light rain shower
23°C28°C4.2 mm
24
Light rain shower
24°C25°C11.7 mm
25
Moderate rain
23°C24°C10.9 mm
26
Heavy rain
23°C24°C56.7 mm
27
Moderate rain
24°C25°C21.6 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
25°C27°C2.3 mm
29
Partly Cloudy
23°C29°C1.1 mm
30
Light rain shower
23°C28°C1.4 mm
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Where to go near Matara in November?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Matara in November: 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 Matara in November, which places this month 11th out of 12.

Expect an average of 30°C during the day and 27°C at night, with about 170 mm of precipitation spread over 12 rainy days.

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

Expect about 9.9 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Beach and swimming, Cultural visits and heritage, Animal observation and Diving and snorkeling. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 33/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.
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