Sri Lanka in september: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?

How is the weather in Sri Lanka in september? Is it the perfect time to visit Wilpattu National Park and Batticaloa? Look at our datas and our opinion on this page.

tolerable weather across 68% of the territory good weather across 33% of the territory

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Weather in Sri Lanka in september 2020

Below, check out the weather forecast for the month of september for most popular cities in Sri Lanka. These datas are statistics for the month of september from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather indicated.

Weather details in september

The climate throughout September in Sri Lanka is deteriorating throughout the country. Temperatures are rising again while rainfall is still intense. However, the weather in the Sri Lankan localities provide the opportunity to enjoy the sunshine and the cloud thinnings between showers.

Sptember in Colombo and the West Coast of the Island

It is hot in Colombo and its surroundings, especially in the middle of the day. Yet because of the rain that continues to fall at any time of day and night, the weather is barely favorable.

September in Jaffna and the Extreme North of the Island

The weather in Sri Lanka throughout September is more favorable in the north, as in the locality of Jaffna. The first weeks of September are pleasant and sunny. Towards the end of the month, the mornings are wetter.

September in Trincomalee and the Northeast of the Island

It is hot again in the northeast of the island of Ceylon, especially since the rains are relatively weak. Midday is particularly hot. Thanks to the sea breeze that tempers the heat, the atmosphere is still pleasant.

September in Nuwara Eliya and the Central Plain

The warmth is comfortable in Nuwara Eliya and its surroundings, yet with 26 days of intermittent showers in the day and intense rain in the evening, the September weather in Sri Lanka in the central plain, is just acceptable.

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Where should you go in Sri Lanka in september when it comes to the weather?

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The climate in Sri Lanka in september ranges from good to tolerable depending on the region and city.

warning in september the weather is not the same depending on the city and regions of the country.

Good news: Although it is not perfect the weather in Sri Lanka that month is, according to seasonal norms, pretty good in Wilpattu National Park, Trincomalee, Dambulla and Anuradhapura. I allows to enjoy tour in these cities. And even why not take a little time to enjoy the weather for... just be relax!

If you do not go to spend your time in a lounger by the pool, but, for example for hiking, the cities of Arugam Bay, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Puttalam, Batticaloa, Negombo, Udawalawe National Park, Neluwa and Jaffna have a ok but correct weather for it in september. Finally, it is not advisable to travel in the cities of Yala National Park, Hikkaduwa, Galle, Bentota, Colombo, Ella and Kalutara that month because the climate is frankly unfavorable.

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Climate in Sri Lanka in september

Climate in Colombo in september

In september, maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 81°F (for an average temperature of 85°F). The climate is burning in that locality in this month. With 12.8in over 24 days, you will suffer the rain for your holidays. Remember to pack Rain coats.
With a bad weather, september is not the best time to go in this locality.

	August	September	October
Average temperature	85°F	85°F	86°F
Highest temperature	86°F	88°F	90°F
Lowest temperature	81°F	81°F	83°F
Sea temperature	81°F	82°F	84°F
Rainfall	16.5in	12.8in	10.9in
Number of days with rainfall	28 day(s) (90%)	24 day(s) (79%)	24 day(s) (78%)
Humidity	84%	83%	82%
Daily sunshine hours	9	10	10
Cloud cover	55%	55%	47%
Length of day	12:20	12:10	11:59
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	tolerable	tolerable	tolerable

more information about the climate in Colombo in september

Climate in Jaffna in september

In september, maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 85°F (for an average temperature of 86°F). The climate is very hot in this location in september. With 5.5in over 15 days, you risk getting wet slightly during your trip. But this is rather moderate and it will not be continuous.
With a correct climate, the month of september is okay (but not the best time) for traveling in this city in Sri Lanka.

	August	September	October
Average temperature	86°F	86°F	86°F
Highest temperature	88°F	88°F	88°F
Lowest temperature	85°F	85°F	85°F
Sea temperature	85°F	85°F	85°F
Rainfall	4.2in	5.5in	10.8in
Number of days with rainfall	13 day(s) (42%)	15 day(s) (51%)	21 day(s) (68%)
Humidity	80%	81%	78%
Daily sunshine hours	12	12	11
Cloud cover	30%	30%	30%
Length of day	12:26	12:10	11:55
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	good	good	tolerable

more information about the climate in Jaffna in september

Climate in Anuradhapura in september

In september, maximum temperature is 92°F and minimum temperature is 81°F (for an average temperature of 86°F). The climate is very warm there in the month of september. With 3.7in over 11 days, rainfall can happen for your trip. But this is rather reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With a good weather, september is an advisable month to go there.

	August	September	October
Average temperature	86°F	86°F	85°F
Highest temperature	92°F	92°F	92°F
Lowest temperature	81°F	81°F	79°F
Rainfall	2.4in	3.7in	9.1in
Number of days with rainfall	10 day(s) (31%)	11 day(s) (35%)	20 day(s) (66%)
Humidity	79%	80%	85%
Daily sunshine hours	11	12	11
Cloud cover	45%	45%	40%
Length of day	12:24	12:10	11:57
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	good	good	tolerable

more information about the climate in Anuradhapura in september

Climate in Arugam Bay in september

In the month of september, the mean temperature in Arugam Bay is 86°F (maximum temperature is 94°F and minimum temperature is 81°F). The climate is very warm in that locality in september. With 4.9in over 19 days, rainfall can happen for your holidays. But this is rather moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With a correct climate, september is okay (but not good time) for traveling in Arugam Bay in Sri Lanka.

	August	September	October
Average temperature	88°F	86°F	86°F
Highest temperature	94°F	94°F	90°F
Lowest temperature	81°F	81°F	81°F
Rainfall	3.5in	4.9in	7.8in
Number of days with rainfall	17 day(s) (55%)	19 day(s) (64%)	24 day(s) (77%)
Humidity	75%	77%	81%
Daily sunshine hours	13	12	11
Cloud cover	26%	28%	31%
Length of day	12:20	12:10	11:59
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	good	good	tolerable

more information about the climate in Arugam Bay in september

Climate in Batticaloa in september

In the month of september, the mean temperature in Batticaloa is 86°F (maximum temperature is 94°F and minimum temperature is 81°F). The climate is very warm in that locality in september. With 4.9in over 19 days, rainfall can happen throughout your trip. But this is reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With proper weather, the month of september is okay (but not the best time) for traveling in that area.

	August	September	October
Average temperature	88°F	86°F	86°F
Highest temperature	94°F	94°F	90°F
Lowest temperature	81°F	81°F	81°F
Rainfall	3.5in	4.9in	7.8in
Number of days with rainfall	17 day(s) (55%)	19 day(s) (64%)	24 day(s) (77%)
Humidity	75%	77%	81%
Daily sunshine hours	13	12	11
Cloud cover	26%	28%	31%
Length of day	12:22	12:10	11:57
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	good	good	tolerable

more information about the climate in Batticaloa in september

All cities in Sri Lanka in september

Colombo in september	tolerable weather
Jaffna in september	good weather
Anuradhapura in september	good weather
Arugam Bay in september	good weather
Batticaloa in september	good weather
Bentota in september	tolerable weather
Dambulla in september	good weather
Ella in september	tolerable weather
Galle in september	tolerable weather
Hikkaduwa in september	tolerable weather
Kalutara in september	tolerable weather
Kandy in september	tolerable weather
Negombo in september	tolerable weather
Neluwa in september	tolerable weather
Nuwara Eliya in september	tolerable weather
Udawalawe National Park in september	tolerable weather
Wilpattu National Park in september	good weather
Yala National Park in september	good weather
Puttalam in september	tolerable weather
Trincomalee in september	good weather
Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia in september	tolerable weather

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Weather data for Sri Lanka in september:

Weather data for Sri Lanka in september is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Sri Lanka. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Sri Lanka can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Sri Lanka.