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

Do you want to visit Wilpattu National Park in September 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether September is a good month to travel to Wilpattu National Park, Sri Lanka.

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

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Wilpattu National Park in September in summary
Favourable weather
Min 28°C Max 33°C 130 mm 7 day(s) 72% 46% UV 7 11.4 h/day
Possible activities in September
Animal observationNature and landscapes
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 06:00 18:10
Hourly weather

Average weather in Wilpattu National Park in September 2026

Favourable weather

The weather in Wilpattu National Park in September 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in September. This allows you to forecast the weather in September 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 September

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

Temperatures and rain in Wilpattu National Park in September

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in September.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of September 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 September

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Wilpattu National Park in September

Check the seasonal normals in Wilpattu National Park in September 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
September
Weather data August September October
Outside temperature
Average temperature 30.3°C 30.4°C 29.6°C
Maximum temperature 32.7°C 32.8°C 32.0°C
Minimum temperature 28.0°C 27.9°C 27.1°C
Record maximum temperature 36.0°C
(2013)
36.0°C
(2018)
36.0°C
(2015)
Record low temperature 23.0°C
(2009)
25.0°C
(2009)
23.0°C
(2012)
Number of days at +30° 30 day(s)
(97%)
29 day(s)
(97%)
28 day(s)
(90%)
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%)
Wind
Wind speed 29 km/h 28 km/h 20 km/h
Wind temperature 28.0°C 27.9°C 27.1°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 86.9 mm 130.3 mm 327.6 mm
Number of days with precipitation 13 day(s)
(42%)
14 day(s)
(47%)
23 day(s)
(74%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 5 day(s)
(16%)
7 day(s)
(23%)
15 day(s)
(50%)
Record precipitation in one day 36.2 mm
(2013)
54.7 mm
(2014)
71.1 mm
(2010)
Other weather data
Humidity 71% 72% 77%
Visibility 9.7 km 9.6 km 8.9 km
Cloud cover 45% 46% 42%
UV index 7 7 7
Daily sunshine 11h 11h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h02 06h00 05h57
Sunset time 18h26 18h10 17h54
Day length 12h24 12h10 11h57
Our opinion on the climate in September
The review of Where And When favourable weather favourable weather fair weather
Activities and events

What to do in Wilpattu National Park in September?

Possible activities in September
Animal observationNature and landscapes
Observed weather

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

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Overcast
25°C34°C0.0 mm
2
Partly Cloudy
25°C35°C0.0 mm
3
Partly Cloudy
25°C33°C0.0 mm
4
Partly Cloudy
25°C33°C0.0 mm
5
Partly Cloudy
25°C34°C0.0 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
25°C34°C0.1 mm
7
Light rain shower
25°C34°C3.6 mm
8
Light rain
25°C34°C39.5 mm
9
Overcast
25°C36°C25.0 mm
10
Partly Cloudy
25°C32°C0.6 mm
11
Partly Cloudy
25°C33°C0.0 mm
12
Cloudy
25°C33°C0.2 mm
13
Cloudy
25°C33°C0.0 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
25°C33°C0.0 mm
15
Cloudy
25°C32°C0.0 mm
16
Partly Cloudy
25°C33°C0.0 mm
17
Partly Cloudy
25°C33°C0.0 mm
18
Partly Cloudy
25°C34°C0.0 mm
19
Partly Cloudy
25°C33°C0.0 mm
20
Partly Cloudy
25°C34°C0.0 mm
21
Partly Cloudy
25°C34°C0.0 mm
22
Partly Cloudy
25°C32°C0.0 mm
23
Clear/Sunny
26°C34°C0.0 mm
24
Patchy light drizzle
26°C33°C0.2 mm
25
Light rain shower
26°C31°C0.6 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
25°C28°C0.4 mm
27
Partly Cloudy
26°C33°C0.0 mm
28
Clear/Sunny
26°C34°C0.0 mm
29
Cloudy
26°C33°C0.0 mm
30
Partly Cloudy
26°C34°C0.0 mm
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Where to go near Wilpattu National Park in September?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Wilpattu National Park in September: 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 Wilpattu National Park in September, which places this month 8th out of 12.

Expect an average of 33°C during the day and 28°C at night, with about 130 mm of precipitation spread over 7 rainy days.

Expect about 11.4 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No activity stands out as ideal this month, but conditions remain acceptable for Animal observation and Nature and landscapes.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in Moderate crowds, with an index of 45/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

The most favorable months in Wilpattu National Park are: January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and December. You are therefore already in one of the best times of the year; shifting your plans would not gain you much in terms of weather.
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