Normal weather for Sri Lanka in January
It's hot in January in Sri Lanka with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 22°C.
In January, there is an average of 94 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Sri Lanka in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
31°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
32°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
31°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
94 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
13 days | 9 days | |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Sri Lanka with hot temperatures, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights close to 21°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. In the evening and morning, a T-shirt, light trousers or skirt, and a light jacket are recommended.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 32°C, with nights close to 22°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. In the evening and morning, a T-shirt, light trousers or skirt, and a light jacket are recommended.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Sri Lanka will be around 32°C, with nights close to 22°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. In the evening and morning, a T-shirt, light trousers or skirt, and a light jacket are recommended.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Sri Lanka?
January is a great month to be in Sri Lanka for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Sri Lanka in January
With 34°C, Sri Lanka hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 1°C to a high of 26°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Sri Lanka
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Sri Lanka, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Sri Lanka
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Sri Lanka, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect around 13 days of rain in Sri Lanka.
Daily UV Index in January in Sri Lanka
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Sri Lanka, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Sri Lanka Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Sri Lanka, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Sri Lanka Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Sri Lanka, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in January for Sri Lanka
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Sri Lanka. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Sri Lanka by Month
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