November in Sigiriya averages 29C by day and 22C at night, with 325 mm of rain over about 25 wet days. It is the wettest month of the year. November is the month to avoid if the rock climb is your main reason for visiting.
What to Expect
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 29C by day, 22C at night |
| Rainfall | 325 mm, about 25 wet days |
Averages for 2015 to 2024 from the Open-Meteo weather archive.
Events and Festivals
- No major events
What to Do This Season
- Green, dramatic landscape around the water gardens
- Quiet cultural site visits with minimal queues
What to Watch Out For
- Rock climb can be closed for safety during heavy storms
- Flight and road delays possible during intense monsoon bursts
- Pidurangala trail gets muddy and harder to navigate
What to Wear
Full waterproof layers; cotton clothing will stay damp for hours.
Is It Worth Visiting Now?
No - this is typically the wettest month in the Sigiriya area, with the northeast monsoon at full strength.
More on Sigiriya
Flexible on dates? Compare Sigiriya in October and Sigiriya in December. The best time to visit Sigiriya sets all twelve months side by side. For what is open and worth it, see the things to do in Sigiriya. The main Sigiriya page covers costs and transport.
We plan trips to Sigiriya and the rest of Sri Lanka. Tell us your dates and we will put a route together. Our routes are on the tours page.