Kottagoda weather in January (Sri Lanka)

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

Temperatures

In January, Kottagoda typically experiences very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 30°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 24°C. Although these are the average temperatures, expect warmer days occasionally. Wear cool clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Kottagoda in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. Typically around 5 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 250 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

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, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kottagoda, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 18%  

Precipitation 85 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Sunshine 250 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (47 KM, 29 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in January

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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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