Travelling to Sri Lanka In September – Is It Worth Your Time and Effort?

The month of September is known to bring heavy showers to the tropical island of Sri Lanka. However, the temperature will not go below 25 C, So, September is still not a bad month to pay a visit to this gem of an island. Generally, you can see the beaming sun for at least 13 hours a day in the month. Hence there is ample time to roam and explore the beauty of the country. Although the month of September witnesses a reduction in tourist influx, those who are visiting the country during the month can benefit from reduced hotel prices and branded products at affordable prices. You can even stay at some of the most coveted boutique hotels in Sri Lanka the likes of KK Collection and benefit from amazing discounts and special offers.

Some of the most popular places to travel during this rainy month may include spice gardens, museums, libraries temples, mangrove tours, and many more! In September, Buddhists in the country also celebrate the Binara Full Moon Poya Day, hence you can enjoy processions with traditional dances and a lot of lights and food. Mid- September is also popular for hosting the Colombo International book fair and it is not uncommon to see people flocking around the place to get their hands- on best sellers at discounted prices.