Nawalapitiya weather in January (Kandy District, Sri Lanka)

What can you expect from the weather in Nawalapitiya during January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Nawalapitiya generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 27°C, while nights can cool down to about 19°C.

Nawalapitiya in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 196 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 6 days of the month will see rainfall.

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

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the better months to visit Nawalapitiya. January typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Nawalapitiya, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 20%  

Precipitation 196 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Sunshine 166 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka (28 KM, 17 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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Temperatures

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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 Nawalapitiya 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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