Trincomalee weather in January (Trincomalee District, Sri Lanka)
Thinking of visiting Trincomalee in January? Check the weather first! Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.
Temperatures
The month of January in Trincomalee typically includes high temperatures and high rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 28°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 25°C. While slightly cooler, this month still offers warm and pleasant weather.
Precipitation
Trincomalee in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 130 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 7 days days of rain.Average sunshine
The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 205 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days February typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Trincomalee climate page with graphs.
Trincomalee, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
25°C
Max Temperature
28°C
Water Temperature
27°C
Chance of Rain
23%
Precipitation
130 mm
Rainy days
7 days
Humidity
79%
Windspeed
14 km/h
Sunshine
205 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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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