Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Sigiriya & Dambulla in November
The year's rain peaks now, with about 10.7 in (273 mm) falling in Sigiriya & Dambulla, alongside highs near 82°F (28°C) and lows of 70°F (21°C).
With a comfort score of 44/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 82°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 70°F (21°C)
- Rain
- 10.7 in (273 mm)
- Humidity
- 88%
- Cloud cover
- 77%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 44/100 · Tough
What November feels like
Days are warm, averaging 82°F (28°C).
After dark, temperatures fall to about 70°F (21°C).
With 88% average humidity, it feels muggy.
It's a very wet month, with around 10.7 in (273 mm) of rain, so keep plans flexible and have indoor backups ready.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 77%.
Plan around November
November is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are January & February and June & July.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, October – December.
- Comfort holds steady from October (44 → 44/100).
- Our Sri Lanka: Rock Forts to the South Coast route recommends Dec – Apr, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 82°F
- Quick-dry fabrics88% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Sigiriya & Dambulla in November
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Rastha Hotel
Casual Sigiriya village restaurant for Sri Lankan rice and curry and kottu.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 10.7 in of rain.
King coconut stall
Roadside stands selling chilled orange king coconuts, Sri Lanka's go-to drink after a climb.
Why now Easy to slot in when November's rain moves in.
Jetwing Vil Uyana
Eco-resort built around restored paddies and wetlands, with a restaurant open to non-guests.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter November days.
Dambulla Cave Temple
Five cave shrines filled with Buddha statues and painted ceilings, a UNESCO site.
Sigiriya village cooking class
Home cooking sessions teaching rice and curry with clay pots and fresh coconut.
Nearby in November
- Kandy in November~47 mi · highs 79°F, 11.0 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Ella in November~78 mi · highs 74°F, 11.4 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Galle in November~138 mi · highs 83°F, 13.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Munnar in November~292 mi · highs 69°F, 6.7 in rain · 7°C (12°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Sigiriya & Dambulla in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Sigiriya & Dambulla?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 44/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are January & February and June & July. Expect highs of 82°F (28°C) and 10.7 in (273 mm) of rain. Our Sri Lanka: Rock Forts to the South Coast route recommends Dec – Apr, so November is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Sigiriya & Dambulla in November?
Average highs are 82°F (28°C) and average lows 70°F (21°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Sigiriya & Dambulla in November?
Yes: about 10.7 in (273 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 57.9 in (1471 mm).
What should I pack for Sigiriya & Dambulla in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 82°F), quick-dry fabrics (88% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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