September Weather in Nuwara Eliya

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka, during September is characterized by an average temperature of 20°C (69°F). Highs can soar to 26°C (78°F), while lows may dip to 16°C (62°F). Typically, the humidity level in Nuwara Eliya throughout September hovers around 81%.

16°C (62°F)

Minimum temperature

20°C (69°F)

Average temperature

26°C (78°F)

Maximum temperature

81%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In September, Nuwara Eliya averages 265 mm (10.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 27 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 8 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 17 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 13% probability of sunny days during this period.

265 mm (10.4 inches)

Precipitation

27 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 17 minutes

Sunshine hours

13%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In September, the UV Index in Nuwara Eliya reaches a maximum of 15, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 2 5 9 13 15 14 12 8 4 2 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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