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Nelluwa Weather in January

January in Nelluwa brings very high temperatures around 30°C (86°F) during the day, dropping to 22°C (72°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 164 mm (6.5 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Nelluwa in January

Typically, about 5 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 164 mm (6.5 in) for the month. Showers tend to be short but heavy rather than persistent drizzle. When it rains, it usually means it, but it doesn't last long.

Temperature in Nelluwa in January

Nelluwa in January gets highs of 30°C (86°F) during the day and drops to 22°C (72°F) at night. For most visitors, the main thing to prepare for is the heat during the day. With lows of 22°C (72°F), the nights are warm and generally comfortable.

Sunshine in Nelluwa in January

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 248 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Nelluwa.

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Nelluwa Temperature in January

Min Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Chance of Rain
18%
Precipitation
164 mm (6.5 in)
Rainy days
5 days
Humidity
69% *
Sunshine
248 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Ratnapura, Sri Lanka (33 KM, 20 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Nelluwa in January

Warm but pleasant conditions in Nelluwa in January. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Nelluwa in January

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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