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

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

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

Page summary

Yala National Park in September in summary
Favourable weather
Min 27°C Max 30°C 89 mm 6 day(s) 79% 32% 29°C UV 7 12.0 h/day
Best activities in September
Beach and swimmingBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 05:55 18:04
Hourly weather

Average weather in Yala National Park in September 2026

Favourable weather

The weather in Yala 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 Yala National Park in September

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

Temperatures and rain in Yala 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

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

About the climate in Yala National Park in September

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Yala National Park in September

Check the seasonal normals in Yala 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 28.8°C 28.7°C 28.6°C
Maximum temperature 30.3°C 30.2°C 30.0°C
Minimum temperature 27.3°C 27.2°C 27.1°C
Record maximum temperature 33.0°C
(2016)
34.0°C
(2021)
33.0°C
(2021)
Record low temperature 25.0°C
(2009)
24.0°C
(2019)
24.0°C
(2021)
Number of days at +30° 26 day(s)
(84%)
24 day(s)
(80%)
23 day(s)
(74%)
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) 27.9°C 28.1°C 28.5°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 26.6°C 27.5°C 27.8°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 29.0°C 29.1°C 29.5°C
Wind
Wind speed 32 km/h 30 km/h 24 km/h
Wind temperature 27.3°C 27.3°C 27.1°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 56.4 mm 88.9 mm 292.7 mm
Number of days with precipitation 12 day(s)
(39%)
15 day(s)
(50%)
23 day(s)
(74%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 3 day(s)
(9%)
6 day(s)
(20%)
15 day(s)
(49%)
Record precipitation in one day 48.1 mm
(2012)
42.1 mm
(2011)
81.7 mm
(2015)
Other weather data
Humidity 78% 79% 80%
Visibility 9.8 km 9.7 km 9.2 km
Cloud cover 30% 32% 33%
UV index 7 7 7
Daily sunshine 12h 12h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h59 05h55 05h51
Sunset time 18h18 18h04 17h50
Day length 12h19 12h09 11h59
Our opinion on the climate in September
The review of Where And When ideal weather favourable weather fair weather
Activities and events

What to do in Yala National Park in September?

Best activities in September
Beach and swimmingBoat trip and cruise
Possible activities in September
Animal observationNature and landscapes
Observed weather

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

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Partly Cloudy
27°C31°C0.0 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.0 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.0 mm
4
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.0 mm
5
Partly Cloudy
27°C31°C0.0 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
28°C32°C0.2 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
28°C32°C2.5 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
27°C31°C0.5 mm
9
Partly Cloudy
28°C29°C1.4 mm
10
Partly Cloudy
27°C30°C0.5 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.0 mm
12
Clear/Sunny
28°C31°C0.1 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
27°C31°C0.1 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.0 mm
15
Light rain shower
26°C28°C3.7 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
27°C29°C0.4 mm
17
Partly Cloudy
27°C30°C1.4 mm
18
Partly Cloudy
27°C29°C1.5 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
27°C29°C1.0 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C0.2 mm
21
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.0 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.7 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
27°C31°C0.5 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C0.8 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C4.3 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C1.0 mm
27
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.0 mm
28
Partly Cloudy
27°C30°C0.1 mm
29
Partly Cloudy
27°C31°C0.0 mm
30
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.0 mm
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Where to go near Yala National Park in September?

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Frequently asked questions

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

Expect an average of 30°C during the day and 27°C at night, with about 89 mm of precipitation spread over 6 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 28°C on average in September, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 12.0 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Beach and swimming and Boat trip and cruise. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 34/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

The most favorable months in Yala 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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