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Nuwara Eliya weather in January (Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka)

Can you expect sunny skies in Nuwara Eliya in January? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In January, Nuwara Eliya typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 25°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 18°C.

Precipitation

Nuwara Eliya in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 124 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 6 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

With about 166 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm March typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Nuwara Eliya, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 21%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 124 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 75%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 166 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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.

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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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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