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Nuwara Eliya in November 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Nuwara Eliya 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 Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka.

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Nuwara Eliya in November 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Nuwara Eliya in November in summary
Very bad weather
Min 21°C Max 25°C 663 mm 23 day(s) 91% 57% UV 5 8.8 h/day
Possible activities in November
Well-being
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 05:57 17:46
Hourly weather

Average weather in Nuwara Eliya in November 2026

Very bad weather

The weather in Nuwara Eliya 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 Nuwara Eliya in November

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

Temperatures and rain in Nuwara Eliya 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 Nuwara Eliya in November

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Nuwara Eliya in November

Check the seasonal normals in Nuwara Eliya 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 23.8°C 22.9°C 22.2°C
Maximum temperature 26.3°C 25.1°C 24.4°C
Minimum temperature 21.3°C 20.6°C 20.1°C
Record maximum temperature 31.0°C
(2012)
31.0°C
(2021)
29.0°C
(2016)
Record low temperature 13.0°C
(2021)
11.0°C
(2021)
8.0°C
(2021)
Number of days at +30° 2 day(s)
(6%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 31 day(s)
(100%)
30 day(s)
(100%)
30 day(s)
(97%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Wind
Wind speed 7 km/h 6 km/h 7 km/h
Wind temperature 21.3°C 20.7°C 20.1°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 743.5 mm 662.8 mm 393.6 mm
Number of days with precipitation 27 day(s)
(87%)
28 day(s)
(93%)
25 day(s)
(81%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 23 day(s)
(73%)
23 day(s)
(75%)
16 day(s)
(53%)
Record precipitation in one day 156.8 mm
(2010)
182.5 mm
(2012)
137.3 mm
(2020)
Other weather data
Humidity 88% 91% 90%
Visibility 7.5 km 7.3 km 7.1 km
Cloud cover 48% 57% 56%
UV index 5 5 5
Daily sunshine 10h 9h 7h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h54 05h57 06h10
Sunset time 17h52 17h46 17h54
Day length 11h58 11h49 11h44
Our opinion on the climate in November
The review of Where And When very bad weather very bad weather fair weather
Activities and events

What to do in Nuwara Eliya in November?

Possible activities in November
Well-being
Activities not recommended in November
Hiking and trekkingCultural visits and heritageNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Nuwara Eliya in November last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
14°C26°C1.3 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
15°C24°C1.8 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
13°C24°C0.0 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
13°C21°C0.3 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
13°C21°C1.1 mm
6
Light rain shower
15°C18°C7.6 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
13°C22°C1.1 mm
8
Light rain shower
14°C20°C5.3 mm
9
Light rain shower
14°C21°C3.9 mm
10
Light rain shower
14°C22°C8.8 mm
11
Light rain shower
14°C18°C3.4 mm
12
Light rain shower
14°C19°C2.9 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
14°C21°C1.5 mm
14
Light rain shower
14°C19°C17.0 mm
15
Light rain
14°C16°C3.6 mm
16
Light rain shower
14°C18°C2.5 mm
17
Light rain shower
14°C20°C18.2 mm
18
Light rain shower
14°C18°C27.5 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
14°C21°C1.6 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
13°C20°C0.5 mm
21
Light rain shower
14°C21°C2.6 mm
22
Light rain shower
14°C20°C4.8 mm
23
Light rain shower
14°C22°C27.8 mm
24
Light rain shower
14°C16°C35.9 mm
25
Light rain
14°C15°C5.5 mm
26
Light rain
14°C17°C32.3 mm
27
Moderate rain
15°C17°C44.3 mm
28
Light drizzle
14°C15°C18.7 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
13°C24°C0.5 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
12°C25°C0.8 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Nuwara Eliya in November?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Nuwara Eliya in November: 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 Nuwara Eliya in November, which places this month 12th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 25°C during the day and 21°C at night, with about 663 mm of precipitation spread over 23 rainy days.

Expect about 8.8 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No activity stands out as ideal this month, but conditions remain acceptable for Well-being.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 35/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Nuwara Eliya are: January and February. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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