Galle weather in January (Galle District, Sri Lanka)

What does the weather outlook for Galle look like in January? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

You’ll find the weather in Galle during January to be perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 29°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 25°C.

Keep in mind that while these are the average temperatures, there can be days that are even hotter. It's essential to be prepared for such heat. Wearing light, breathable fabrics and protecting yourself from the sun's intensity with hats or shades can make a difference. Hydration is key, so remember to drink plenty of water. Especially if you find yourself outdoors for a longer period.

Precipitation

Galle in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 5 days with rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 250 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Galle.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a prime time to visit Galle. January typically offers the best circumstances. While May, June, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Galle, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 17%  

Precipitation 80 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Sunshine 250 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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.

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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