Hambantota weather in January (Hambantota District, Sri Lanka)

What should you pack for a trip to Hambantota in January? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Hambantota includes high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 24°C. Keep in mind that temperatures can exceed these averages. Dress for the heat and stay hydrated, especially during peak sun hours.

Precipitation

Hambantota in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 72 mm for the month. Expect around 5 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 210 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, November tends to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Hambantota climate page with graphs.

 

Hambantota, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 17%  

Precipitation 72 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 71%  

Windspeed 18 km/h  

Sunshine 210 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Sri Lanka in January

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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