Butawatta weather in January (Kandy District, Sri Lanka)

Interested in knowing the climate of Butawatta in January? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

During January, Butawatta usually has high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 26°C, while night temperatures can drop to 18°C.

Precipitation

Butawatta in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 116 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 6 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

With about 166 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

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

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

 

Butawatta, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 19%  

Precipitation 116 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 166 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (10 KM, 6 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.

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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

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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