Ginigathena weather in January (Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka)

How is January weather typically in Ginigathena? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In January, Ginigathena typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 28°C, cooling off to about 19°C at night.

Precipitation

Ginigathena in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 242 mm for the month. With virtually no rain, this driest month of the year is perfect for exploring the outdoors. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 6 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With approximately 248 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit. January and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ginigathena, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 20%  

Precipitation 242 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 248 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Ratnapura, Sri Lanka (35 KM, 21 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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