Matale weather in January (Matale District, Sri Lanka)

Looking to travel to Matale in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Matale generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 28°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 20°C.

Matale in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 118 mm for the month. Typically around 5 days of rainfall is expected.

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

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

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

 

Matale, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 18%  

Precipitation 118 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Sunshine 166 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in Sri Lanka in January

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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 Matale 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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