Aluthgama weather in January (Galle District, Sri Lanka)

Planning a trip to Aluthgama in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In January, Aluthgama typically experiences high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 24°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Aluthgama in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 81 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 5 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 250 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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

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

 

Aluthgama, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 17%  

Precipitation 81 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Sunshine 250 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (48 KM, 30 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in January

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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 Aluthgama 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.

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

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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