Trincomalee weather in January (Trincomalee District, Sri Lanka)

What can you expect from the weather in Trincomalee during January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Trincomalee typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 28°C, while night temperatures can drop to 25°C. On average, it features the lowest temperatures of the year but it is still a warm month.

Trincomalee in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 130 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 7 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 205 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

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 TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 23%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 130 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 79%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 205 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Sri Lanka in January

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka in January and which places have the best weather 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 Trincomalee in January?

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 in January.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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