Kudadeniya weather in January (Kandy District, Sri Lanka)

Looking to travel to Kudadeniya in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Kudadeniya typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 26°C, while nights can cool down to about 18°C. On average, it features the lowest temperatures of the year but it is still a warm month.

Kudadeniya in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 127 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 6 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 166 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While November tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kudadeniya, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 20%  

Precipitation 127 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 166 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (12 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in January

Find out more about the weather in Sri Lanka in January and which places have the best weather 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 Kudadeniya in January?

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 in January.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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