Gandarawatta weather in January (Matara District, Sri Lanka)

What should you pack for a trip to Gandarawatta in January? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The month of January in Gandarawatta typically includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 30°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 24°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

Gandarawatta in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 84 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 5 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 250 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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

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

 

Gandarawatta, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 18%  

Precipitation 84 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Sunshine 250 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (44 KM, 27 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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