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Colombo weather in October

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Colombo October weather at a glance

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In October, Colombo averages 26.6°C, with typical highs of 29.1°C and lows of 24.5°C. The historical average is 26 wet days and 85% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in October, it is 11.6°C warmer than Seoul, with 16 more wet days.

Colombo October temperature & humidity

Average26.6°CHigh 29.1° / low 24.5°
Humidity85%
Wet days26 days82% of days
Day–night range4.6°

Colombo October rain & wet days

Wet days26 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days82%Not a forecast probability

Pack a light rain jacket, waterproof pouch and quick-dry shoes. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Colombo in October

Choose breathable summer clothes and pack sun protection. Rain is frequent at roughly 26 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes. High humidity makes quick-dry clothing and a spare top especially useful.

  • DaytimeBreathable short sleeves, hat and sunscreen · average high 29.1°C
  • Morning & eveningLight layer for air-conditioned rooms · average low 24.5°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Breathable T-shirtsHat and sunglassesRain jacketWater-resistant shoesCompact umbrellaSpare quick-dry top
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Colombo October sunrise & sunset times

2026 October · Local time (Asia/Colombo)

Sunrise on the 15th05:57
Sunset on the 15th17:56
Daylight duration11h 58m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-10-0105:5918:0212h 3m
2026-10-1505:5717:5611h 58m
2026-10-3105:5817:5111h 53m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

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Best months to visit Colombo

Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.

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October weather by year

October 202426.3°29 wet days, 87% humidity
October 202526.8°22 wet days, 83% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

130°27°
230°26°1.5mm
330°26°
428°24°11mm
529°23°1.6mm
630°25°1.2mm
730°24°2.8mm
831°25°
932°25°
1032°24°
1130°25°1.9mm
1232°24°1.1mm
1331°24°9.1mm
1431°24°2.1mm
1528°24°20mm
1630°24°23mm
1730°24°16mm
1829°24°31mm
1928°24°19mm
2027°24°24mm
2128°24°37mm
2229°24°13mm
2329°24°10mm
2429°23°19mm
2529°24°5.5mm
2629°26°
2729°26°
2830°27°2.1mm
2930°25°1.2mm
3030°25°
3131°24°

Frequently asked questions

What is Colombo weather like in October?

In October, Colombo averages 26.6°C, with typical highs of 29.1°C and lows of 24.5°C. The historical average is 26 wet days and 85% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is challenging.

Does it rain a lot in Colombo in October?

There are about 26 wet days in October. Pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What should I wear in Colombo in October?

Choose breathable summer clothes and pack sun protection. Rain is frequent at roughly 26 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes. High humidity makes quick-dry clothing and a spare top especially useful.

What are the best months to visit Colombo?

No months meet the A or B threshold in our temperature-and-precipitation score. Compare the monthly values with your planned activities.

Where can I check Colombo weather in October in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Colombo in October?

On 2026-10-15, calculated sunrise is 05:57 and sunset is 17:56 in local time (Asia/Colombo). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations