Mirissa weather in January (Matara District, Sri Lanka)

Looking to travel to Mirissa in January? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Mirissa generally has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C, while nights can cool down to about 24°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Mirissa in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 86 mm for the month. Typically around 5 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 250 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Mirissa, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 18%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 86 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
SunshineSunshine 250 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Galle, Sri Lanka (29 KM, 18 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 Mirissa 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
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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