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Wilpattu National Park in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Wilpattu National Park 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 Wilpattu National Park, Sri Lanka.

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Wilpattu National Park in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Wilpattu National Park in October in summary
Fair weather
Min 27°C Max 32°C 328 mm 15 day(s) 77% 42% UV 7 10.5 h/day
Activities not recommended in October
Animal observationNature and landscapes
Practical guidelines
Low crowds 05:57 17:54
Hourly weather

Average weather in Wilpattu National Park in October 2026

Fair weather

The weather in Wilpattu National Park 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 Wilpattu National Park in October

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Wilpattu National Park in October.

Temperatures and rain in Wilpattu National Park 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

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Wilpattu National Park in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Wilpattu National Park in October

Check the seasonal normals in Wilpattu National Park 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 30.4°C 29.6°C 28.0°C
Maximum temperature 32.8°C 32.0°C 30.2°C
Minimum temperature 27.9°C 27.1°C 25.8°C
Record maximum temperature 36.0°C
(2018)
36.0°C
(2015)
35.0°C
(2020)
Record low temperature 25.0°C
(2009)
23.0°C
(2012)
22.0°C
(2021)
Number of days at +30° 29 day(s)
(97%)
28 day(s)
(90%)
21 day(s)
(70%)
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 28 km/h 20 km/h 15 km/h
Wind temperature 27.9°C 27.1°C 25.8°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 130.3 mm 327.6 mm 310.7 mm
Number of days with precipitation 14 day(s)
(47%)
23 day(s)
(74%)
25 day(s)
(83%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 7 day(s)
(23%)
15 day(s)
(50%)
17 day(s)
(57%)
Record precipitation in one day 54.7 mm
(2014)
71.1 mm
(2010)
132.8 mm
(2009)
Other weather data
Humidity 72% 77% 85%
Visibility 9.6 km 8.9 km 8.0 km
Cloud cover 46% 42% 48%
UV index 7 7 6
Daily sunshine 11h 11h 8h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h00 05h57 06h02
Sunset time 18h10 17h54 17h47
Day length 12h10 11h57 11h45
Our opinion on the climate in October
The review of Where And When favourable weather fair weather fair weather
Activities and events

What to do in Wilpattu National Park in October?

Activities not recommended in October
Animal observationNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Wilpattu National Park in October last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
25°C33°C0.0 mm
2
Partly Cloudy
26°C34°C0.0 mm
3
Partly Cloudy
26°C36°C1.7 mm
4
Thundery outbreaks in nearby
25°C36°C9.1 mm
5
Partly Cloudy
24°C33°C0.1 mm
6
Partly Cloudy
24°C33°C0.0 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
24°C34°C0.2 mm
8
Overcast
25°C34°C0.0 mm
9
Partly Cloudy
25°C34°C0.0 mm
10
Partly Cloudy
24°C34°C0.0 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
24°C32°C0.2 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
25°C31°C0.5 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
24°C35°C2.1 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
24°C33°C2.6 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
24°C34°C1.4 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
24°C33°C1.0 mm
17
Light rain shower
24°C30°C0.5 mm
18
Light drizzle
24°C29°C2.5 mm
19
Light rain shower
24°C29°C0.4 mm
20
Light rain shower
23°C29°C5.5 mm
21
Light rain shower
23°C27°C6.1 mm
22
Light rain shower
23°C27°C2.2 mm
23
Light rain shower
24°C28°C2.0 mm
24
Light rain shower
24°C27°C6.3 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
23°C26°C3.7 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
23°C30°C2.8 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C3.7 mm
28
Clear/Sunny
25°C30°C0.3 mm
29
Clear/Sunny
24°C31°C0.0 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
24°C30°C0.1 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
23°C32°C0.1 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Wilpattu National Park in October?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Wilpattu National Park in October: 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 Wilpattu National Park in October, which ranks this month 11th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 32°C during the day and 27°C at night, with about 328 mm of precipitation spread over 15 rainy days.

Expect about 10.5 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No: this month is in Low crowds, with a visitor index of 20/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

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