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Puttalam in November 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Puttalam 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 Puttalam, Sri Lanka.

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Puttalam in November 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Page summary

Puttalam in November in summary
Fair weather
Min 27°C Max 30°C 393 mm 19 day(s) 81% 43% 30°C UV 6 8.1 h/day
Activities not recommended in November
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Low crowds 06:02 17:48
Hourly weather

Average weather in Puttalam in November 2026

Fair weather

The weather in Puttalam 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 Puttalam in November

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

Temperatures and rain in Puttalam 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 Puttalam in November

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Puttalam in November

Check the seasonal normals in Puttalam 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 28.9°C 28.3°C 27.6°C
Maximum temperature 30.2°C 29.8°C 29.3°C
Minimum temperature 27.6°C 26.8°C 25.9°C
Record maximum temperature 33.0°C
(2009)
33.0°C
(2013)
33.0°C
(2021)
Record low temperature 24.0°C
(2019)
24.0°C
(2009)
19.0°C
(2020)
Number of days at +30° 24 day(s)
(77%)
20 day(s)
(67%)
13 day(s)
(42%)
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) 28.4°C 28.5°C 27.7°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 27.2°C 27.6°C 26.7°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 29.9°C 29.7°C 28.9°C
Wind
Wind speed 23 km/h 20 km/h 22 km/h
Wind temperature 27.6°C 26.9°C 25.9°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 349.8 mm 392.9 mm 268.3 mm
Number of days with precipitation 26 day(s)
(84%)
25 day(s)
(83%)
21 day(s)
(68%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 17 day(s)
(55%)
19 day(s)
(63%)
13 day(s)
(41%)
Record precipitation in one day 98.9 mm
(2012)
118.9 mm
(2015)
140.0 mm
(2020)
Other weather data
Humidity 78% 81% 82%
Visibility 9.1 km 8.9 km 9.3 km
Cloud cover 42% 43% 39%
UV index 6 6 7
Daily sunshine 11h 8h 8h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h58 06h02 06h16
Sunset time 17h55 17h48 17h56
Day length 11h57 11h46 11h40
Our opinion on the climate in November
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Activities and events

What to do in Puttalam in November?

Activities not recommended in November
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Puttalam in November last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
26°C30°C0.0 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
26°C30°C0.0 mm
3
Partly Cloudy
27°C29°C0.0 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
28°C29°C0.1 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
27°C29°C2.4 mm
6
Light rain shower
27°C29°C7.1 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C4.3 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C1.5 mm
9
Partly Cloudy
25°C29°C0.3 mm
10
Partly Cloudy
25°C29°C1.7 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
26°C28°C0.1 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C0.3 mm
13
Patchy light rain
25°C30°C5.3 mm
14
Light rain shower
25°C28°C2.6 mm
15
Cloudy
25°C28°C0.1 mm
16
Light rain shower
24°C27°C2.3 mm
17
Light rain shower
25°C27°C3.5 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
24°C28°C12.0 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
24°C27°C4.3 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
25°C28°C6.6 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C2.9 mm
22
Light rain shower
25°C28°C5.2 mm
23
Patchy light drizzle
24°C29°C5.5 mm
24
Light rain shower
24°C27°C3.6 mm
25
Light drizzle
24°C25°C2.1 mm
26
Moderate rain
24°C25°C23.4 mm
27
Light rain shower
24°C25°C23.9 mm
28
Heavy rain
23°C24°C68.3 mm
29
Light rain shower
24°C26°C5.6 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
25°C28°C0.2 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Puttalam in November?

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Frequently asked questions

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

Expect an average of 30°C during the day and 27°C at night, with about 393 mm of precipitation spread over 19 rainy days.

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

Expect about 8.1 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No: this month is in Low crowds, with a visitor index of 25/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

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