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Sri Lanka weather today
Wednesday, 28th October 2026
28°
Moderate rain
Feels like 33° · Low 26°
Sri Lanka will have a warm day Today with temperatures ascending to 28 °C and descending to around 26 °C after sunset. It'll be quite breezy in Sri Lanka Today with average wind speeds of 25.6 km/h. Heavy showers are forecasted, reaching up to 19.1 mm.
28° / 26°
Temp
87%
Rain
26 km/h
Wind
80%
Humidity
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Sri Lanka hourly forecast for today
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| 00:00 | 01:00 | 02:00 | 03:00 | 04:00 | 05:00 | 05:57 | 06:00 | 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 17:51 | 18:00 | 19:00 | 20:00 | 21:00 | 22:00 | 23:00 | ||
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| temperatures | 28° | 28.2° | 26.6° | 27.8° | 27.9° | 26.2° | Sunrise | 27.5° | 28.2° | 27° | 27.9° | 28.2° | 27.1° | 28.2° | 28.3° | 27.4° | 28.4° | 28.3° | 27.5° | Sunset | 28.3° | 28.3° | 26.9° | 28.4° | 28.4° | 27° | |
| Feels like | 32° | 32.1° | 26.6° | 31.4° | 31.6° | 26.2° | 31° | 32.2° | 30.2° | 31.9° | 32.3° | 30.4° | 32.3° | 32.4° | 30.8° | 32.6° | 32.6° | 31.3° | 32.6° | 32.5° | 26.9° | 32.9° | 32.9° | 30.1° | |||
| wind speed | 25 km/h | 26 km/h | 20 km/h | 24 km/h | 25 km/h | 23 km/h | 22 km/h | 20 km/h | 17 km/h | 25 km/h | 25 km/h | 24 km/h | 25 km/h | 25 km/h | 24 km/h | 24 km/h | 24 km/h | 21 km/h | 25 km/h | 24 km/h | 19 km/h | 23 km/h | 23 km/h | 23 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 229° | 229° | 224° | 225° | 222° | 220° | 218° | 220° | 220° | 226° | 227° | 225° | 225° | 227° | 221° | 229° | 228° | 225° | 224° | 220° | 206° | 221° | 222° | 213° | |||
| wind direction | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SSW | SW | SW | SSW | |||
| Precipitation | 0.8 mm | 0.5 mm | 1.2 mm | 1 mm | 0.2 mm | 2.4 mm | 0.9 mm | 1.8 mm | 1.5 mm | 0.5 mm | 1.2 mm | 2.5 mm | 0.3 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.5 mm | 0.4 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 1.2 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.8 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 60% | 52% | 71% | 57% | 35% | 79% | 64% | 70% | 71% | 55% | 67% | 80% | 44% | 24% | 68% | 34% | 51% | 49% | 24% | 23% | 70% | 33% | 33% | 64% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 78% | 78% | 85% | 78% | 78% | 86% | 80% | 78% | 84% | 80% | 78% | 84% | 79% | 77% | 82% | 78% | 78% | 83% | 78% | 78% | 84% | 78% | 78% | 85% | |||
| dew point | 24° | 23.9° | 23.9° | 23.7° | 23.8° | 23.8° | 23.8° | 23.9° | 24.2° | 24.1° | 24.1° | 24.2° | 24.1° | 24° | 24° | 24.1° | 24.1° | 24.3° | 24.1° | 24.2° | 24.1° | 24.3° | 24.3° | 24.2° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 6 km | 7 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 9 km | |||
| cloud cover | 100% | 100% | 99% | 70% | 98% | 98% | 96% | 100% | 92% | 100% | 97% | 99% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 99% | 99% | 98% | 98% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.6 | 1.9 | 4.1 | 7.1 | 9 | 9.3 | 7.9 | 5.5 | 3 | 1.1 | 0.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Weather in Sri Lanka today
The temperature today in Sri Lanka is expected to be typical for this time of year, with a forecast of 28 °C, closely aligning with the historical average for 28th of October.
temperatures
28 °C
rain
19.1 mm
wind
26 km/h
UV
Very High
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Sri Lanka daylight overview
Today in Sri Lanka, the sun rises at 05:57 and sets at 17:51, giving a total daylight duration of 11 hours and 54 minutes.
Daytime
Day length11h 54m▼ 20s
Solar noon11:54
Evening golden hour17:23 – 17:51
Night
Waning GibbousIllumination 92%
Moonrise19:35
Moonset08:32 tomorrow
Sri Lanka: Sun reaches 70.0° above the horizon at midday.
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The weather today in Sri Lanka - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Sri Lanka?
The maximum temperature for today in Sri Lanka is expected to be 28° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Sri Lanka?
Yes, there is a 87% chance of rain in Sri Lanka today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Sri Lanka?
The wind in Sri Lanka is expected to blow at 26 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Sri Lanka today?
Given the forecast of 28 °C with a 87% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Sri Lanka today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Sri Lanka today?
The sun is expected to rise at 05:57 and set at 17:51 in Sri Lanka.
How accurate is the weather forecast for Sri Lanka today?
Sri Lanka weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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