Embilipitiya weather in January (Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka)

What should you pack for a trip to Embilipitiya in January? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Embilipitiya includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 31°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 21°C. While these temperatures are averages, expect some days to be hotter. Choose light, airy clothing to handle the warmth effectively.

Precipitation

Embilipitiya in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 95 mm for the month. This month experiences about 5 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 210 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

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

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

 

Embilipitiya, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 17%  

Precipitation 95 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 210 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Hambantota, Sri Lanka (39 KM, 24 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

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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