Karagampitiya weather in January (Sri Lanka)

Is January a good time to explore Karagampitiya weather-wise? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Karagampitiya usually has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 32°C, cooling down at night to around 24°C. Note that these temperatures are average, but some days may be hotter. Dress in cool, breathable fabrics to stay comfortable in the heat.

Precipitation

Karagampitiya in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 75 mm for the month. This is the driest month of the year. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 5 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With around 248 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the better months to visit Karagampitiya. January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Karagampitiya, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Water Temperature 28°C *  

Chance of Rain 16%  

Precipitation 75 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 70% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 248 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (5 KM, 3 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. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

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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