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Kepungoda weather in January (Sri Lanka)

What kind of weather does January bring to Kepungoda? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

During January, Kepungoda usually has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 32°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 24°C. Although these are the average temperatures, expect warmer days occasionally. Wear cool clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Kepungoda in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 55 mm for the month. This is the driest month, making it suitable for planning outdoor excursions. With little chance of rain, you can enjoy uninterrupted adventures. Typically around 4 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 248 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kepungoda, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 15%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 55 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 70% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 248 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (24 KM, 15 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).

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
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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