A serene view of elephants roaming in Yala National Park's lush greenery.

Yala in November

Yala in November - weather, crowds, and whether to go.

November in Yala averages 30C by day and 24C at night, with 328 mm of rain over about 26 wet days. It is the wettest month of the year.

What to Expect

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Temperature30C by day, 24C at night
Rainfall328 mm, about 26 wet days

Averages for 2015 to 2024 from the Open-Meteo weather archive.

Crowds medium season.
Prices medium.

Events and Festivals

  • No major events

What to Do This Season

  • Excellent leopard spotting opportunities
  • Comfortable temperatures throughout the day
  • All park areas accessible
  • Good balance of wildlife and weather

What to Watch Out For

  • Tourist numbers increasing
  • Booking ahead recommended
  • Prices rising from monsoon lows

What to Wear

Comfortable safari clothing, sun hat, closed walking shoes

Pack Quality binoculars, Camera with good zoom, Sunscreen, Comfortable day pack.

Is It Worth Visiting Now?

Yes - ideal conditions return with great wildlife viewing and reasonable crowds

Best for First-time visitors to Yala, Wildlife enthusiasts seeking good conditions, Photographers wanting optimal lighting.

More on Yala

Flexible on dates? Compare Yala in October and Yala in December. The best time to visit Yala sets all twelve months side by side. For what is open and worth it, see the things to do in Yala. The main Yala page covers costs and transport.

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