Nawalapitiya weather in January (Kandy District, Sri Lanka)

Can you expect sunny skies in Nawalapitiya in January? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Nawalapitiya typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 27°C, cooling off to about 19°C at night.

Precipitation

Nawalapitiya in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 196 mm for the month. The driest month offers ideal conditions for outdoor fun and exploration. Enjoy the dry spell without the worry of rain disruptions. This month experiences about 6 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 166 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

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 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

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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