Arugam Bay weather in January (Ampara District, Sri Lanka)

What weather conditions can you expect in Arugam Bay this January? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Arugam Bay generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 29°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 24°C. Though it’s the cooler month of the year, the weather remains warm. Ideal for enjoying the outdoors.

Precipitation

Arugam Bay in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 169 mm for the month. You can typically expect 6 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 208 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

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

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

 

Arugam Bay, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 19%  

Precipitation 169 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 208 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Yala National Park, Sri Lanka (51 KM, 32 Miles).

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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