Is October a good month to visit Colombo?

October sits in the transition period, so trip quality depends on your preferred weather, crowd levels, and pace.

What should I pack for Colombo in October?

Average highs around 28.6C and lows near 24C. Pack quick-dry clothing and a light waterproof layer for October.

What weather should I expect in Colombo during October?

October typically averages around 26.3C, with about 394.6mm of rain across 28 days.

Colombo, Sri Lanka

Colombo in October

Colombo, Sri Lanka

Visiting Colombo in October means experiencing the transition. As a tropical destination, expect warm temperatures year-round with variable weather as seasons change.

SeasonTransition

Travel StyleNature's Wonder

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Weather in Colombo in October

Average highs around 28.6C and lows near 24C. 394.6mm average precipitation and about 28 rainy days. October typically sits between September and November conditions, so it is useful for travelers wanting a balanced window in Colombo. Pack quick-dry clothing and a light waterproof layer for October.

Avg High28.6C

Avg Low24C

Rainy Days28

Precipitation394.6mm

Daylight12h/day

Sunshine8h/day

Wind15.9 km/h

UVmoderate

Humidityhumid

Temperature

October brings transition conditions in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The average temperature is about 26.3C, with lows near 24C and highs around 28.6C.

Sunshine Hours

Colombo, Sri Lanka usually gets around 8 hours of sunshine per day in October, with roughly 12 daylight hours available for sightseeing.

Rain

October sees around 394.6mm of rainfall over about 28 days. Rain can occur for around 15.1 hours per day on average.

Humidity

Humidity in October is generally humid for Colombo, Sri Lanka, especially when rainfall periods increase.

Colombo in October

Colombo in October