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In Trincomalee, January brings high daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to 25°C (77°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
If you prefer enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days, February typically offers the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
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44-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Trincomalee typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 28°C (82°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 25°C (77°F).
44-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Trincomalee spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Trincomalee between 2004 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Sri Lanka in January →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. With water temperatures around 27°C (81°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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