Deniyaya weather in January (Matara District, Sri Lanka)

Will it be warm or cold in Deniyaya this January? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

In January, Deniyaya usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 30°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 21°C. While these temperatures are averages, expect some days to be hotter. Choose light, airy clothing to handle the warmth effectively.

Precipitation

Deniyaya 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

There are approximately 248 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, May, September, October, 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 Deniyaya climate page with graphs.

 

Deniyaya, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 19%  

Precipitation 169 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 248 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Ratnapura, Sri Lanka (41 KM, 25 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

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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