2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Colombo in September

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

September is a wet time to visit Colombo. Colombo has a Tropical climate with average yearly highs of 28°C, lows of 25°C, and approximately 30 rainy days per month.

Avg High

28°C

Avg Low

25°C

Rainy days

30days

Daylight

12.2h

Is September a good time to visit Colombo?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:02 AM

Sunset

6:12 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 31°C 23°C 8 Excellent (best)
February 32°C 24°C 8 Excellent (best)
March 32°C 25°C 11 Excellent (best)
April 31°C 25°C 25 Wet
May 30°C 26°C 31 Wet
June 29°C 26°C 27 Wet
July 29°C 25°C 30 Wet
August 29°C 25°C 26 Wet
September 28°C 25°C 30 Wet
October 29°C 25°C 28 Wet
November 29°C 24°C 21 Wet
December 29°C 23°C 21 Excellent (best)

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for September

Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Climate: Tropical
Travel Context Expect humidity and afternoon showers—plan flexible days.

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Common Questions

Is September a good time to visit Colombo? +

September is typically Wet for visiting Colombo, with average highs of 28°C and around 30 rainy days.

What should I pack for Colombo in September? +

With highs of 28°C and lows of 25°C in {month}, we recommend: Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Does it rain a lot in Colombo in September? +

Colombo typically sees around 30 rainy days in September.

How many hours of daylight are there in Colombo in September? +

In September, Colombo gets approximately 12.2 hours of daylight per day.

Is September peak season in Colombo? +

No, September is not peak season in Colombo. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Colombo? +

The best months to visit Colombo are December, January, February, March, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Asia/Colombo)

Last Updated: January 2026

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