Maskeliya weather in January (Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka)

What's the typical weather in Maskeliya for January? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

January in Maskeliya generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 27°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 19°C.

Precipitation

Maskeliya in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 259 mm for the month. Expect around 6 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 248 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit. January, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Maskeliya, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 21%  

Precipitation 259 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 248 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Ratnapura, Sri Lanka (25 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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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

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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