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Weather in Nuwara Eliya for October 2026

Your guide to Nuwara Eliya weather in October - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • Until now, October 2026 in Nuwara Eliya is slightly cooler than the historical average by 1.4 °C.

  • The forecast for the next days in Nuwara Eliya predicts a temperature of 22 °C, which is cooler than the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Nuwara Eliya at the beginning of October is 22.8 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 22.2 °C by the end of October.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Nuwara Eliya experiences heavy rainfall in October, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 390 mm.

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  • Is October a good time to visit Nuwara Eliya? check out the best time to travel to Nuwara Eliya page.

Average dry days
6
Dry days
Average rainy days
25
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
22°/13°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
8 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
85 %
Avg humidity

Nuwara Eliya Weather October

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September
November
Sun.Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.
1
Light rain
23°
2
Moderate or heavy rain shower
24°
3
Light rain
23°
4
Heavy rain
23°
5
Moderate rain
22°
6
Moderate rain
22°
7
Moderate rain
23°
8
Moderate rain
21°
9
Light rain
21°
10
Heavy rain
21°
11
Moderate rain
20°
12
Moderate rain
20°
13
Moderate rain
20°
14
Moderate rain
21°
15
Moderate rain
22°
16
Moderate rain
23°
17
Moderate rain
22°
18
Moderate rain
23°
19
Moderate rain
22°
20
Light rain
21°
21
Moderate rain
21°
22
Moderate rain
22°
23
Moderate rain
20°
24
Light rain
20°
25
Light rain
21°
26
Moderate rain
20°
27
Light rain
20°
28
Light rain
22°
29
Light rain
23°
30
Light rain
22°
31
Light rain
22°

Temperatures trend during October in Nuwara Eliya

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October weather in Nuwara Eliya day by day

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September November
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 Oct. Light rain
Light rain
 23° /13° 7.5 mm 4
2 Oct. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 24° /13° 8.6 mm 5
3 Oct. Light rain
Light rain
 23° /14° 6.7 mm 5
4 Oct. Heavy rain
Heavy rain
 23° /14° 30.2 mm 4
5 Oct. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 22° /14° 19.1 mm 4
6 Oct. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 22° /14° 12.9 mm 6
7 Oct. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 23° /14° 14.6 mm 5
8 Oct. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 21° /14° 15.7 mm 4
9 Oct. Light rain
Light rain
 21° /13° 9 mm 5
10 Oct. Heavy rain
Heavy rain
 21° /14° 35.1 mm 4
11 Oct. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 20° /14° 18.3 mm 4
12 Oct. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 20° /14° 12.9 mm 5
13 Oct. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 20° /14° 22.7 mm 4
14 Oct. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 21° /14° 23.5 mm 4
15 Oct. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 22° /14° 11.4 mm 4
16 Oct. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 23° /14° 15.8 mm 4
17 Oct. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 22° /14° 20.2 mm 4
18 Oct. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 23° /14° 19.4 mm 5
19 Oct. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 22° /14° 12.5 mm 4
20 Oct. Light rain
Light rain
 21° /14° 9.4 mm 4
21 Oct. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 21° /14° 17.9 mm 4
22 Oct. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 22° /14° 23.1 mm 4
23 Oct. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 20° /14° 11 mm 4
24 Oct. Light rain
Light rain
 20° /14° 3.1 mm 4
25 Oct. Light rain
Light rain
 21° /13° 5.1 mm 4
26 Oct. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 20° /13° 14.5 mm 4
27 Oct. Light rain
Light rain
 20° /13° 5.3 mm 4
28 Oct. Light rain
Light rain
 22° /14° 3.7 mm 4
29 Oct. Light rain
Light rain
 23° /13° 3.8 mm 5
30 Oct. Light rain
Light rain
 22° /16° 3.4 mm 11.9
31 Oct. Light rain
Light rain
 22° /16° 6.4 mm 9
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Nuwara Eliya in October is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Nuwara Eliya forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Nuwara Eliya in October - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Nuwara Eliya during October?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 22° and cooler nights around 13°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.

How much rainfall should be expected in Nuwara Eliya during October?
Significant rainfall exceeding 390 mm is expected in Nuwara Eliya during October, occurring over more than 25 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

What are the typical wind conditions in Nuwara Eliya during October?
The average wind speed in Nuwara Eliya during October is 8 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

October rainfall patterns in Nuwara Eliya

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Nuwara Eliyas October weather 💧
Typically, Nuwara Eliya has 25 rainy days in October with a total of 390 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Nuwara Eliya during October

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of October ☀️
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