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Kandy weather in January (Kandy District, Sri Lanka)

Wondering what the weather is like in Kandy during January? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Kandy typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 27°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 19°C.

Precipitation

Kandy in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 108 mm for the month. Typically, about 6 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 166 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

Average windspeed

Average wind conditions reach 2 m/s in January. This creates comfortable weather with light winds that gently move vegetation. Keep in mind this is an average. Daily conditions range from near-calm to more noticeable wind.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, February typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Sri Lanka, check out our Kandy's climate page.

Kandy, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 19%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 108 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s *  
SunshineSunshine 166 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (20 KM, 12 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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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).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Sri Lanka, check out our Kandy's climate page.

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
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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