Average weather for Sigiriya in October
It's hot in October in Sigiriya with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 25°C.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Sigiriya with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 25°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 32°C, with nights around 25°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Sigiriya is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In October, there is an average of 298 mm of precipitation, spread over 21 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Sigiriya in October |
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32°C | 21°C | |
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33°C | 26°C | |
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31°C | -5°C | |
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298 mm | 119 mm | |
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21 days | 13 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Sigiriya?
Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in Sigiriya. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2016, Sigiriya reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 20°C to a highest value of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Sigiriya
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for Sigiriya, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Sigiriya
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Sigiriya, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect about 21 days of precipitation in Sigiriya.
Daily UV index in October in Sigiriya
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Sigiriya, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Sigiriya over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Sigiriya, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in October in Sigiriya over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Sigiriya, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in October for Sigiriya
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sigiriya. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Sigiriya by month
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