Deniyaya Weather in January

Thinking of visiting Deniyaya in January? Expect very high temperatures reaching 30°C (86°F) during the day, dropping to 21°C (70°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Deniyaya in January

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 6 days with rain, averaging 169 mm (6.7 in) for the month. Rainfall tends to arrive in short, intense showers this month. Rain days are few, but the showers can be surprisingly heavy.

Temperature in Deniyaya in January

In January, Deniyaya gets very high temperatures, with highs of 30°C (86°F). Nights cool to around 21°C (70°F). The hottest part of the day is usually in the afternoon, so lighter clothing can help you stay comfortable. At 21°C (70°F) overnight, nights are warm enough to sit outside comfortably in light clothing.

Sunshine in Deniyaya in January

There are approximately 248 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

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Deniyaya Temperature in January

Min Temperature 21°C (70°F)  

Max Temperature 30°C (86°F)  

Chance of Rain 19%  

Precipitation 169 mm (6.7 in)  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 248 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

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

What to Wear in Deniyaya in January

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Deniyaya in January

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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• January
• February
• March
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• May
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• September
• October
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More climate data for Deniyaya

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