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

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

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

Page summary

Yala National Park in October in summary
Fair weather
Min 27°C Max 30°C 293 mm 15 day(s) 80% 33% 30°C UV 7 11.0 h/day
Possible activities in October
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Low crowds 05:51 17:50
Hourly weather

Average weather in Yala National Park in October 2026

Fair weather

The weather in Yala 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 Yala National Park in October

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

Temperatures and rain in Yala 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

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Yala National Park in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Yala National Park in October

Check the seasonal normals in Yala 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 28.7°C 28.6°C 28.0°C
Maximum temperature 30.2°C 30.0°C 29.4°C
Minimum temperature 27.2°C 27.1°C 26.6°C
Record maximum temperature 34.0°C
(2021)
33.0°C
(2021)
33.0°C
(2021)
Record low temperature 24.0°C
(2019)
24.0°C
(2021)
22.0°C
(2020)
Number of days at +30° 24 day(s)
(80%)
23 day(s)
(74%)
15 day(s)
(50%)
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%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 28.1°C 28.5°C 28.7°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 27.5°C 27.8°C 27.7°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 29.1°C 29.5°C 30.0°C
Wind
Wind speed 30 km/h 24 km/h 17 km/h
Wind temperature 27.3°C 27.1°C 26.7°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 88.9 mm 292.7 mm 359.0 mm
Number of days with precipitation 15 day(s)
(50%)
23 day(s)
(74%)
26 day(s)
(87%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 6 day(s)
(20%)
15 day(s)
(49%)
19 day(s)
(62%)
Record precipitation in one day 42.1 mm
(2011)
81.7 mm
(2015)
143.6 mm
(2017)
Other weather data
Humidity 79% 80% 82%
Visibility 9.7 km 9.2 km 9.0 km
Cloud cover 32% 33% 39%
UV index 7 7 7
Daily sunshine 12h 11h 10h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h55 05h51 05h54
Sunset time 18h04 17h50 17h44
Day length 12h09 11h59 11h50
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 Yala National Park in October?

Possible activities in October
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

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

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.0 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
28°C31°C0.0 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
28°C31°C0.0 mm
4
Torrential rain shower
26°C31°C8.5 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
27°C29°C1.5 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
28°C30°C0.0 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
28°C30°C0.3 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.4 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
28°C30°C0.0 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.0 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C0.2 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C0.6 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C3.2 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
27°C29°C1.8 mm
15
Light rain shower
26°C29°C5.4 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
27°C28°C5.0 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C1.7 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
28°C31°C1.8 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
27°C29°C4.1 mm
20
Moderate or heavy rain shower
25°C29°C7.0 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
26°C28°C3.6 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
26°C28°C3.6 mm
23
Light rain shower
26°C27°C3.7 mm
24
Light rain shower
27°C29°C0.4 mm
25
Partly Cloudy
27°C29°C0.0 mm
26
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.0 mm
27
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.0 mm
28
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.0 mm
29
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.0 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
27°C31°C0.0 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
28°C30°C0.4 mm
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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Yala 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 Yala 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 30°C during the day and 27°C at night, with about 293 mm of precipitation spread over 15 rainy days.

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

Expect about 11.0 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

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

No: this month is in Low crowds, with a visitor index of 21/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

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