October weather forecast
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

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Weather in October

October welcomes you to Nuwara Eliya with cooler weather and the highest rainfall of the year, making it the wettest month. The temperature drops making the days cooler but comfortably warm. It is a paradise for rain lovers, wherein they can enjoy the pouring rain along with a hot cup of Sri Lankan tea. October records an enormous average rainfall of 656mm (25.83") covering the city in lush greenery. As October sets off with heavy showers, November rolls in with a significant reduction in rain and temperature.

Temperature

October's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F) from September's 27.1°C (80.8°F). Nuwara Eliya experiences an average temperature drop to an enjoyable 18.1°C (64.6°F) during October nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Nuwara Eliya is 86%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 28.8 days and typically aggregates up to 656mm (25.83") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Nuwara Eliya is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of October in Nuwara Eliya, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:46 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Nuwara Eliya are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during October translates into the following guidance:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Nuwara Eliya in October?

In Nuwara Eliya, 26°C (78.8°F) is the average high-temperature and 18.1°C (64.6°F) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Nuwara Eliya?

In October, the average relative humidity is 86%.

What is the rainiest month in Nuwara Eliya?

The month with the most rainfall in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka, is October, when the rain falls for 28.8 days and typically aggregates up to 656mm (25.83") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October in Nuwara Eliya?

In Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka, in October, it is raining for 28.8 days, with typically 656mm (25.83") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in October in Nuwara Eliya?

In October, the average day length in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Nuwara Eliya?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:46 +0530.

How long on average sun shines in October in Nuwara Eliya?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka, is 7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Nuwara Eliya?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in October in Nuwara Eliya?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Nuwara Eliya is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in October
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

Average temperature in October - Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in October: 26°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (27.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 18.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (19.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.3°C).

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Average pressure in October
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

Average pressure in October - Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in October: 1009.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

Average wind speed in October - Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (9.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (3.3km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

Average humidity in October - Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in October: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (80%).

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Average rainfall in October
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall in October - Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in October: 656mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (656mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (85mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall days in October - Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in October: 28.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16.3 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

Average sunshine days in October - Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in October: 1.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (11 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (0.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

Average UV index in October - Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in October
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

Average cloud cover in October - Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in October: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).

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Average visibility in October
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

Average visibility in October - Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in October: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are November and December (6km).

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