Kurunegala weather in January (Kurunegala District, Sri Lanka)

Interested in knowing the climate of Kurunegala in January? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

The month of January in Kurunegala typically includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 31°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 22°C. While these temperatures are averages, expect some days to be hotter. Choose light, airy clothing to handle the warmth effectively.

Precipitation

Kurunegala in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 70 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 4 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

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

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a prime time to visit Kurunegala. January and February typically offer the best circumstances. While April, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kurunegala, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 15%  

Precipitation 70 mm  

Rainy days 4 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Sunshine 166 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (56 KM, 35 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.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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